Country Park Drive Waterline Project Contract D (Quotes Requested)

The contract for the Country Park Drive Waterline Project, issued as Contract D, is a federally and state-funded procurement managed by Sunrise Utility Association, Inc., with solicitation number 3170033656. Bids are due by August 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM local time, and must be submitted to the owner’s office in Petal, Mississippi. The project scope involves installing a waterline along Country Park Drive, with the work specifications detailed in the contract documents, which are accessible for review at designated locations and online through the Clearpoint Bids portal. The estimated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $1,500,000, and the procurement encourages participation from minority and women-owned businesses as prime contractors or subcontractors. Funding for the project is provided wholly or partially by the ARPA Rural Water Association Infrastructure Grant, making the contract subject to a comprehensive set of federal regulations under the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200 and related parts), as well as Mississippi state laws. These regulations incorporate provisions on administrative requirements, cost principles, audit requirements, debarment, and reporting obligations, with specific emphasis on compliance with the US Treasury’s guidance for the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The solicitation emphasizes adherence to these federal standards, along with encouragement for small, minority, and women-owned business participation. While the contract references the necessary regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations, it does not specify detailed clauses related to packaging, marking, or inspection procedures, nor does it include explicit evaluation criteria beyond responsiveness, responsibility, and price. The bid schedule and technical specifications are available for review at the listed locations and online, but detailed cost breakdowns and technical standards are contained within the full contract documents, which bidders are required to purchase. Overall, the project is governed by a combination of federal and state regulations, with an emphasis on transparency, responsible procurement, and equitable participation.