Milwaukee Public Schools Reopens Bids for Lincoln Avenue School Demolition

Milwaukee, WI, September 10, 2026 —

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has initiated a new bidding process for the demolition of the former Lincoln Avenue School building. The district is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to undertake the project.

Details regarding the previous bidding process, including the initial award of a contract or the reasons for its cancellation or revision, were not provided in the available information. The specific timeline for the rebidding process, including the deadline for new proposals and the anticipated start date for demolition work, has not yet been announced.

Information concerning the current status of the Lincoln Avenue School property, such as its condition or any specific environmental considerations related to the demolition, was also not detailed. Similarly, the budget allocated for the demolition project has not been publicly disclosed.

MPS has not yet provided a list of pre-qualified bidders or specific requirements for companies seeking to win this new contract. Further details are expected to be released as the rebidding process progresses.

The Lincoln Avenue School building has been vacant for a period, and its demolition is part of broader district plans, the specifics of which remain to be elaborated.

The district has not released information on whether any previous contractors are eligible to re-bid on this contract. The outcome of this rebidding process will determine which company will be responsible for the safe and timely demolition of the former school facility.

Key details pending include:

• The deadline for submitting new bids.
• The timeline for selecting a new contractor.
• The projected start and completion dates for the demolition.
• The total budget allocated for the demolition project.
• Specific reasons for the rebidding of the contract.
• Any potential environmental or safety protocols mandated for the demolition.

Further updates are anticipated from Milwaukee Public Schools as the contract bidding unfolds.

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