102-20250710170148 Ridgeland

The City of Ridgeland in Madison County, Mississippi, is seeking bids for the Ridgeland LED Interstate Light Conversion project, a federal aid infrastructure improvement initiative with project number STP-0213-00(038)LPA/109704-701000. The procurement involves comprehensive lighting infrastructure upgrades, specifically replacing 21 high mast lighting assembly fixtures along I-55 with LED technology and replacing 12 low mast lighting assembly fixtures along Old Agency Road west of I-55, also with LED equipment. Additionally, the project requires the installation of three pan-tilt-zoom cameras to be integrated into the city's traffic management center. Bids will be accepted until 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 21, 2025, with proposals to be submitted either at city offices or through an online plan review provider. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% of the total bid price, which can be submitted as a cashier's check, certified check, or bidder's bond. The project will be executed according to the Mississippi State Highway Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2017, and will require successful bidders to furnish performance and payment bonds each covering 100% of the contract amount.

The City of Ridgeland emphasizes opportunities for disadvantaged and women's business enterprises (DBE/WBE) and explicitly states a non-discrimination policy based on race, color, or national origin. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive infrastructure nature of the project suggests a substantial investment in municipal lighting and traffic management technology. Contract documents are available for examination at the City of Ridgeland offices and through Garver LLC, with both electronic and physical bid submission options. The project represents a strategic upgrade to interstate and municipal lighting infrastructure, focusing on energy-efficient LED technology and enhanced traffic monitoring capabilities. The procurement process appears designed to encourage competitive bidding while maintaining strict technical and performance standards, with a clear commitment to inclusive procurement practices that support diverse business participation.