On Tuesday, March 24, Barton Malow + Sheridan hosted an information session for subcontractors and suppliers to introduce the New Macon Arena project, including its scope, schedule, and trade bid opportunities. More than 100 people came out to the Macon Centreplex to hear firsthand about the opportunities available.
“This arena won’t be just a venue, it will be a destination and major economic engine that creates opportunities, attracts visitors, and keeps our city competitive for years to come,” said Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller. “Along with the Atrium Health Amphitheater and the recently renovated Macon City Auditorium, we are changing the entire entertainment, event, and sports landscape for the region and state.”
Barton Malow + Sheridan made numerous local connections during the session and added interested bidders to the packages currently out for bid. They are tracking about 60 bid packages related to the arena.
Macon-Bibb County’s Office of Small Business Affairs (OSBA) also supported the program by reaching out to current Macon-Bibb vendors to make them aware of the event and the opportunity to be part of the project.
“A project of this size does not come along very often, and we want to make sure our local, small, and minority businesses have a chance to submit competitive bids and be involved from the very beginning,” said OSBA Director Charise Stephens-Merriweather.
There will be three additional information sessions later this summer, later this year, and in spring 2027. If you want to learn more about bid opportunities with Barton Malow + Sheridan, click here.
About the new Macon Arena
The new arena will be located on the current Macon Coliseum site. Construction will occur on the existing surface parking areas, and the project will be phased to maintain ongoing operations of the existing facility throughout the duration of construction. The project is anticipated to exceed 230,000 square feet and will include a seating bowl capacity of approximately 8,500 in an end-stage, 180-degree concert configuration, with flexibility to reconfigure for sports and other entertainment events. Premium seating—comprised of luxury suites, club suites, and loge boxes—will be provided in addition to the bowl capacity.
The facility will incorporate modern fan amenities, including clubs, concessions, restrooms, and integrated technologies, along with back-of-house and support spaces consistent with a state-of-the-art civic arena. An approximately 35,000-square-foot flex hall will be attached to provide ancillary program space, including capacity for an additional ice sheet, tradeshows, conferences, and various high school sporting events.
A 300-space structured VIP parking garage will be attached to the arena, with a separate standalone structured parking facility of approximately 500 spaces also under consideration. The project will also include site improvements such as parking lot and drive lane reconfiguration, paving, and hardscape enhancements designed to complement and support the arena development
About Barton Malow
Barton Malow has been living its core purpose of Building Today for a Better Tomorrow: People, Projects, and Communities for more than 100 years. The Barton Malow construction enterprise is comprised of five entities and two partner firms, with team members strategically positioned throughout North America. Barton Malow remains committed to delivering innovative, trust-based solutions that generate long-term value for our partners and the communities we serve.
About Sheridan Construction
Sheridan Construction, established in 1947 and based in Macon, Georgia, is an employee-owned company that excels in commercial construction. The firm manages projects across the state in various market segments, fostering collaboration, integrity, and quality in every relationship. Sheridan has one of Georgia’s most extensive lists of repeat clients, highlighting its unwavering commitment to excellence and community impact.