Labor and Equipment Supply for Jones County Junior College

Jones County Junior College is soliciting sealed bids for the supply of labor and equipment necessary to construct the Central Avenue Walking Plaza in Ellisville, Mississippi, under Federal-Aid Project No. STP-0150-00(018). The project involves building a pedestrian plaza with associated lighting, requiring all specified labor, equipment, and materials. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 a.m. on November 4, 2025, with the opening of bids scheduled for that time. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $1,500,000, and the project will adhere to the 2017 Mississippi Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction. Bidders are required to submit bid security, such as a certified check or bid bond equal to 5% of the bid amount, and may need to provide financial statements. The successful contractor will be responsible for furnishing performance and payment bonds at 100% of the contract value, with work expected to commence promptly upon notice and be completed within the designated timeline, subject to liquidated damages for delays. The procurement process emphasizes compliance with federal labor standards, including minimum wage requirements and participation goals for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and Women’s Business Enterprises (WBE). The project documentation and bid forms are accessible online, and the county reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive irregularities. The contract will be awarded based on the evaluation of bids in accordance with federal and state specifications, ensuring that the selected contractor meets all legal and technical requirements for project completion. This solicitation reflects Jones County Junior College’s commitment to infrastructure development and adherence to federal and state construction standards.