The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is accepting bids through May 21, 2026, for sidewalk and street crossing improvements in Craig. The project will upgrade 1.8 miles of Water Street and Craig-Klawock Highway between Third Street and Craig High School to meet federal accessibility standards.

The work includes installing new sidewalks, curb ramps, driveway upgrades, and street crossing improvements identified in a 2017 accessibility audit. The state estimates the project will cost between $5 million and $10 million. All work must be completed by December 31, 2027.

Bids are due at 2:00 p.m. on May 21, 2026, at the Construction Contracts Office in Juneau. The project is federally funded and open to all contractors. The state encourages companies owned by women, minorities, and people with disabilities to submit bids.

Contractors can download plans and specifications free at www.bidx.com/ak/lettings. Hard copies are available for $100 per set from the Southeast Regional Contracts office in Juneau.

Technical questions about construction should be directed to Garrett Paul, construction project manager, at 907-465-1897. Questions about bidding procedures should go to Jenny Huntley, chief of contracts, at 907-465-4420.