Stewart County / GTIB Moore Store Culvert Replacement Project

The contract involves the replacement of a culvert on Moores Store Road at Bussey Creek Crossing in Stewart County, Georgia. The scope includes removing the existing culvert, dewatering and diverting the stream, and constructing a new reinforced concrete double box culvert measuring 7 feet by 7 feet and extending 45 feet in length, to be completed by September 2025. Bidders are required to submit sealed bids by September 9, 2025, in person at the county office, with each bid accompanied by a bid bond of at least 5% of the total bid amount. The project emphasizes strict bonding and insurance standards, requiring surety companies to have an AM Best rating of A-6 or higher, be licensed in Georgia, and be listed in the federal registry for acceptable sureties. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive technicalities, with no explicit evaluation criteria or weighting scheme specified, although responsiveness, responsibility, and price are implied primary factors. Supporting documents referenced include project plans, cross-sections, and maps prepared by Construction Materials Services, Inc., which are to be obtained in person; these are not included in the main advertisement. The contract does not specify federal FAR clauses or detailed evaluation procedures, nor does it include line-item pricing or detailed specifications beyond the general scope. Administrative details specify that all bids must be in sealed envelopes marked appropriately and delivered to the designated address, with no mention of electronic submission options. The project’s performance and inspection terms are not explicitly detailed, but work is expected to be completed within the specified timeframe, with Stewart County holding the authority to reject proposals and manage contract administration through designated contacts. Overall, the project is a straightforward construction procurement governed primarily by state and local bidding requirements, with emphasis on bonding, insurance, and timely submission.