Bowman Awarded $4.2 Million Transportation Contract in Illinois | BWMN Stock News

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  • Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (BWMN, Financial) secures a $4.2 million contract for a transportation project in Homer Glen, Illinois.
  • The $24 million project involves a 1.8-mile intersection reconstruction, including pavement rebuild and modernization of infrastructure.
  • This award builds on Bowman's extensive experience with large-scale transportation projects in Illinois.

Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (BWMN), a renowned national engineering services firm, has been awarded a $4.2 million construction engineering contract by the Will County Board of Commissioners. The project involves the complete reconstruction of the Bell Road and 143rd Street intersection in Homer Glen, Illinois. This initiative is part of a broader $24 million infrastructure project encompassing 1.8 miles, aimed at enhancing regional transportation efficiency.

The undertaking will feature a full pavement rebuild, the construction of five retaining walls, traffic signal modernization, advanced storm sewer upgrades, and the addition of new sidewalks with ADA-compliant ramps. Bowman's responsibilities will include comprehensive construction management, oversight, and documentation to ensure successful project execution.

Gary Bowman, chairman and CEO of Bowman, expressed, "Our work in Will County reflects Bowman’s strong resume in the transportation market and the confidence the market has in our ability to deliver on high-value, public-sector infrastructure projects." The project is expected to further bolster Bowman's portfolio of large-scale infrastructure projects in Illinois, enhancing their reputation for project management and engineering excellence.

Previously, Bowman has successfully managed significant transportation projects in Illinois, such as the Mile Long Bridge and improvements along the I-80 and I-55 corridors. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Bowman operates out of over 100 locations across the United States and is traded on Nasdaq under the symbol BWMN.

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