Quotes Requested for Goodluck Road Waterline Project Contract E

The contract for the Goodluck Road Waterline Project, issued as Contract E, seeks quotes from qualified bidders to upgrade water infrastructure along Goodluck Road in Petal, Mississippi. The project is federally funded, primarily through the ARPA Rural Water Association Infrastructure Grant, and is estimated to cost between $500,000 and $1,500,000. Bidders are instructed to review and follow the detailed Instructions to Bidders included in the official contract documents, which are available for purchase via the designated online portal. The bid submission deadline is set for 10:00 AM local time on August 21, 2025, and proposals must be delivered to the Sunrise Utility Association’s office at 465 Batson Rd, Petal, MS. The solicitation encourages participation from minority and women-owned businesses, urging them to inquire about subcontracting opportunities and to participate as prime contractors. The contract incorporates a comprehensive set of federal and state regulations, including the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200 series), 2 CFR Part 25, Part 170, and Part 180, along with Mississippi Code provisions applicable to local governments. These regulations govern administrative requirements, cost principles, reporting, debarment, and suspension procedures, ensuring compliance with federal funding mandates. While the solicitation references plans, specifications, and bid schedules, these supporting documents are not included in the available excerpts and must be purchased from the official website. The procurement process emphasizes adherence to federal and state compliance standards, encourages small and minority business participation, and mandates following the Instructions to Bidders for bid preparation. No specific evaluation criteria, award methodology, or detailed technical specifications are provided in the accessible documents, and further details are contained within the full contract package.