Pre-Bid Conference for Clayton Village Water Association Project

The contract pertains to the construction of a 500,000-gallon elevated water storage tank in Starkville, Mississippi, as part of the 2024 SRF Water System Improvements project. The solicitation, issued by the Clayton Village Water Association, is scheduled for bid opening on December 16, 2025, with a pre-bid conference set for December 2, 2025, at the project site. Bidders are encouraged to attend the non-mandatory pre-bid meeting to clarify project details. The project scope includes site work, foundation construction, yard piping, and stone riprap, all to meet federal and state standards, including compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act and American Iron and Steel requirements under the DWSIRLF program. The funding is sourced from the State Revolving Loan Fund, emphasizing adherence to associated regulations. Bids can be submitted electronically via a designated online platform or as sealed paper bids delivered to the project address. The procurement process emphasizes participation from minority and women’s business enterprises, encouraging their engagement as subcontractors or suppliers. Contract documents are available for purchase through specified vendors, and a bid security (bond) is required for bid validity. While detailed evaluation criteria and contract clauses are not provided in the available information, the project emphasizes compliance with federal funding requirements, including environmental standards and procurement regulations. The contract’s value is estimated between one and five million dollars, though specific pricing details are not disclosed. Overall, the project aims to enhance water infrastructure in Starkville, with clear procedural, compliance, and participation guidelines outlined for prospective bidders.