102-20250806153157 Ridgeland

The City of Ridgeland, Mississippi, located in Leflore County, is soliciting sealed bids for the Wheatley St. Reconstruction and Sidewalk Improvements project, which involves comprehensive roadway renovation spanning approximately one mile. The project scope includes leveling and asphalt overlay, base repair, curb replacement, storm drain repairs, and sidewalk improvements. Bids will be received until 10:00 AM on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, either at Ridgeland City Hall or electronically through www.centralbidding.com. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Friday, August 29th, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The total contract duration is 270 calendar days, with liquidated damages assessed at $1,000 per consecutive calendar day beyond the contract period. The procurement is expected to be funded through the Mississippi Municipality and County Water Infrastructure Grant Program (MCWI) and/or the Environmental Protection Agency's State and Tribal Assistance Grant Program (EPA-STAG). Bidders must submit a bid security of 5% of the total bid price, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest and best bidder offering the low aggregate amount for the base bid.

The City of Ridgeland demonstrates a commitment to inclusive procurement by encouraging participation from minority and women's business enterprises, explicitly stating they will not discriminate on grounds of race, color, sex, religion, or national origin. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds covering 100% of the contract amount. While no specific set-aside percentages for disadvantaged businesses are explicitly detailed, the language suggests a preference for diverse contractor participation. The project appears to be a public infrastructure improvement initiative without mention of incumbent vendors. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate capabilities in municipal infrastructure reconstruction, with a focus on roadway, drainage, and pedestrian infrastructure improvements. Though specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project and the requirement for substantial bonding suggest a significant municipal investment in infrastructure enhancement.