The Industrial Authority is pleased to announce that Amazon.com is investing over $90 million in Macon-Bibb County to establish a new fulfillment center. This new investment will create more than 500 jobs in our community, including warehouse, management, and supervisory roles. Full-time employees receive robust benefit plans including insurance, 401(k), bonuses, and more. We have worked hard over the last several months to make this happen and are excited to see the positive impact Amazon.com will have here in Macon-Bibb County and all of Middle Georgia.
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WELCOME TO MACON-BIBB
At the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority, our mission is job creation, job retention, business expansion, and improving the quality of life for the citizens of Macon-Bibb County, GA and Middle Georgia. We are “Macon-Bibb’s Lead Economic Development Authority”. With constitutional authority, we are tasked with increasing the tax base of Macon-Bibb and creating a business-friendly infrastructure by purchasing, developing, and leasing commercial spaces for new and existing businesses.
The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority is excited to announce that Graphic Packaging International (GPI), a leading company in the design and manufacturing of packaging for commercial products, will invest $136 million in the modernization of its Macon mill. GPI employs more than 1,330 employees in Georgia, and the Macon mill investment will help retain more than 460 jobs. This investment will enhance GPI’s capability by adding a state-of-the-art curtain coater, automate certain processes, and upgrade the water, generator and air systems to improve the mill’s environmental profile. “I’m delighted Graphic Packaging is investing in its plant here and making a commitment to be a part of our community for many years to come,” said Macon-Bibb County Mayor Robert Reichert.
Public Announcement
REQUEST for Proposals
The Macon Bibb County Industrial Authority is soliciting proposals for a joint speculative industrial development venture on specific tracts of Authority-owned property located on Joe Tamplin Industrial Boulevard in Ocmulgee East Industrial Park, and 1031 Airport South Road in Airport South Industrial Park. Proposals will be received in the Authority office, 439 Mulberry Street, Macon, Georgia 31201 until January 12, 2018 at 2:00p.m.
Interested parties may obtain detailed specification by contacting Stephen Adams at 478.223.0571 or visiting our website at www.MBCIA.com. The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority reserves the right to accept or reject all proposals and to waive any formalities and all technicalities.
Click here to view the full RFP packet
Stephen Adams, Acting Executive Director
Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority
