Term Bid Asphalt Paving & Related Items

The City of Flowood, Mississippi, is soliciting bids for a term asphalt paving contract covering the period from September 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026. The project involves providing all labor, materials, and equipment necessary for cold milling, base and surface course placement, and related pavement work on city-owned streets and parking lots. Bidders are invited to submit sealed bids by 10:00 AM on September 19, 2025, either in person at the City Clerk’s office or electronically via the Central Bidding platform. The contract is structured as a unit price agreement, with awards based on the most competitive prices for required pay items, the estimated quantities at the time of work, and bidder availability. The city reserves the right to reject or waive irregularities in bids and to award work as needed during the contract period, which is fixed and non-renewable. The contractual terms are primarily outlined in the bid advertisement and supporting official drawings and specifications, which are available for purchase or download. The contract does not specify federal or state clauses, security or personnel requirements, or detailed inspection and acceptance procedures, indicating that the project will be managed according to local standards and the referenced specifications. Bids must remain valid for 60 days post-opening, and the city emphasizes that all work must conform to the provided technical documents. Administrative details specify that bids can be submitted in duplicate or electronically, with clear labeling, and that the city retains broad rights to reject proposals or waive irregularities. Overall, the contract emphasizes price competitiveness, bidder availability, and adherence to the specified scope and schedule for asphalt paving and related pavement repairs on municipal infrastructure.