East Bank Port Erosion Control and Bank Stabilization Phase 1

The contract involves a project to address erosion control and stabilize the banks at the East Bank Port Facility in Lowndes County, Mississippi, with funding support from the MDOT Multimodal Grant. The scope of work primarily includes earthwork grading and riprap placement to prevent erosion and enhance the stability of the port's shoreline. Bids are solicited through a sealed bidding process, with the deadline set for November 4, 2025, and the bids will be publicly opened on November 3, 2025. The project is managed by the Lowndes County Port Authority and is part of an initiative to improve port infrastructure resilience. The project is estimated to cost between $500,000 and $1,500,000, and it falls under the NAICS code 561730, which pertains to landscaping services, including erosion control and bank stabilization activities. The Mississippi Department of Transportation is overseeing the solicitation, and electronic bidding options are available to facilitate participation. The contract emphasizes compliance with bid submission protocols, including responsibility certificates and envelope labeling, and reserves the right to reject any bids or award contracts based on the best interests of the project. This initiative aims to enhance port safety and operational stability through effective erosion management and bank stabilization measures.