Sealed Bids for Public Project Submission - Bolivar County, MS

The contract for the Bolivar County road construction project involves the construction of approximately 15.5 miles of roadway on Litton Road and Shaw-Skene Road, Mississippi, under State Aid Program Project No. SAP-06(9)S. Bids are to be submitted sealed or electronically by August 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM, to the Bolivar County Courthouse Annex in Cleveland, MS, with the opportunity for electronic submission via Central Bidding. The project is estimated to cost between $2.5 million and $3.5 million and must be completed within 120 working days. The scope includes site preparation, excavation, granular base, asphalt surfacing, micro-surfacing, traffic control, and installation of traffic markings and signs, all in accordance with the latest Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction. The bidding process emphasizes award to the lowest qualified bidder based on published quantities, with a mandatory bid security of 5% of the bid amount via certified check or bid bond. The contract incorporates state-level specifications and standards, with no explicit federal FAR clauses or set-aside programs specified. It mandates non-discrimination and affirmative action for minority business enterprises, ensuring equal opportunity but does not require specific certifications. Inspection and acceptance are to occur at the project site, overseen by Bolivar County and the State Aid Engineer, with all work subject to compliance with the referenced Mississippi specifications. Supporting documents, including plans and detailed specifications, are available at designated county and state offices. The contract emphasizes adherence to state standards, timely completion, and competitive bidding based solely on price, with no additional evaluation factors or special clauses explicitly outlined beyond standard procurement and construction requirements.