Sealed Bids for Road Department Services (Feb 2026 Jan 2027)

The Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors Road Department in Mississippi is soliciting sealed bids for road striping services for a 12-month term beginning February 1, 2026, and ending January 31, 2027. The solicitation, under Bid No. 4019 and Solicitation Number 3170034606, invites qualified contractors to provide thermoplastic pavement markings, including continuous and skip lines, arrows, words, symbols, and raised pavement markers in accordance with Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) standards. Bidders must submit firm, sealed proposals by 1:00 p.m. CST on January 9, 2026, either electronically via the Central Bidding platform or by mail/hand delivery to the Lauderdale County purchasing office in Meridian, MS. The contract requires compliance with all applicable federal laws and regulations, including the Civil Rights Act, Rehabilitation Act, Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements. Insurance minimums are specified, including general liability coverage of $750,000 and automobile liability of $500,000. The evaluation of bids emphasizes not only price but also the specialized experience, technical competence, capacity, and past performance of the bidders, with a trade-off method used to award the contract to the most qualified respondent. The bid packet mandates submission of required forms including the bid form, vendor data, certifications, addenda, and IRS Form W-9, all in duplicate. No federal FAR clause requirements or socio-economic status certifications are incorporated, reflecting a local government procurement process. Inspection and acceptance will occur at Lauderdale County locations with all work subject to MDOT specifications and county oversight. No contract value or pricing is pre-determined, as bidders provide their own pricing in the proposal, and no options or special contract clauses regarding security, contract extensions, or key personnel are referenced.