Engineering Services for Port Infrastructure Improvements in Itawamba County

The contract involves providing comprehensive engineering services for port infrastructure improvements in Itawamba County, Mississippi, with potential funding from federal agencies such as the U.S. Economic Development Administration, Appalachian Regional Commission, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The scope encompasses all project phases, including preliminary cost estimates, engineering reports, detailed plans and specifications, bid document preparation, assistance during bidding, construction contract support, and construction inspection through project closeout. The contract value is estimated between 500,000 and 2 million dollars, and the work is to be performed on a fixed-price basis. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and encourages participation from minority-owned, woman-owned, and Section 3 eligible businesses, aiming to promote socioeconomic opportunities and employment for lower-income residents. The evaluation process for proposals is weighted, with the highest score awarded to the most advantageous proposal considering qualifications, experience, capacity, approach, success, and past performance. Proposals must be submitted sealed, marked clearly with the project title, and received by August 22, 2025, at the specified county address. The contract contains no explicit FAR clauses or detailed contractual clauses but references general compliance with applicable laws and funding agency requirements. It also does not specify detailed administrative or payment procedures, nor does it include attachments, exhibits, or supplemental materials. The scope of work mandates adherence to federal and state standards, with responsibilities assigned to the engineer for all project activities, including inspection and payment approval, at the project site in Itawamba County. Overall, the contract emphasizes a comprehensive, federally compliant engineering effort to enhance port infrastructure, with a focus on socioeconomic inclusion and competitive proposal evaluation.