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The state and local contract opportunity is a sealed bid procurement for Contract B Water Distribution Improvements issued by the Lily Rose Water Association (LRWA) in Lincoln County, Mississippi. The project will be conducted through a competitive bidding process, with sealed bids to be received at Dungan Engineering located at 1574 Highway 98 E, Columbia MS 39427 until 10:00 AM local time on February 20, 2025. The procurement is expected to be funded through the ARPA Rural Water Association Infrastructure Grant (RWAIG), indicating a significant infrastructure enhancement initiative for the local water distribution system. Bid documents can be examined at Dungan Engineering, with the bid schedule available for review at the Mississippi Procurement Technical Assistance Program in Jackson and the Mississippi Contract Procurement Center in Biloxi. The project will require compliance with Mississippi Code of 1972 requirements for local governments and RWAIG Program Regulations, as well as adherence to multiple Uniform Guidance provisions from 2 CFR covering federal awards, cost principles, audit requirements, and system award management.

The contract opportunity specifically encourages participation from minority and women's business enterprises, inviting them to bid as prime contractors and explore subcontracting opportunities. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the involvement of federal grant funding suggests potential significant investment in water infrastructure improvements. The procurement appears to be open to various qualified contractors who can meet the technical and regulatory requirements of the water distribution improvement project. Contractors will need to demonstrate compliance with federal procurement standards, including those related to system award management and cost principles. The broad scope of the project and its federal funding mechanisms indicate a comprehensive approach to enhancing water distribution infrastructure in Lincoln County, with a particular emphasis on inclusive and competitive bidding processes.