A: The projects will create a complex web of jobs and business opportunities in a number of industries such as construction, surveying, project design and management, contractor administration and engineering. The work created in those industries will, in turn, “trickle down” to suppliers, creating work and jobs for companies that deal in concrete, asphalt, pipe, tools, equipment, etc., as well as a multitude of service providers including local businesses such as equipment rentals, tool fabricators, and even restaurants and retail stores.

A: Yes, the City is required to follow the NC municipal bidding process for all construction projects.

A: Local companies will be recruited and strongly encouraged to participate in the NC municipal bidding process that the City must follow. The process requires that the project be awarded to the lowest bidder, which gives local companies the opportunity to bid competitively for the work.