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The East Oktibbeha Wastewater District is soliciting sealed bids for the Wastewater Collection System - Phase 3 project, located on Highway 182 and 16th Section Road in Jackson, Mississippi. This procurement is for the construction of a comprehensive wastewater collection system, with sealed bids due by 2:00 PM local time on November 18, 2024, to be submitted at the Council of Community Organization (COCO) offices. The project is expected to be funded through the ARPA Mississippi Municipality & County Water Infrastructure Grant Program (MCWI), which suggests infrastructure improvement and expansion as key objectives. Bid documents are available electronically, with paper copies accessible upon request. The procurement appears to be a comprehensive infrastructure construction project targeting wastewater system enhancement in the specified geographic area. While specific technical evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided documentation, the bid process indicates a focus on comprehensive system implementation and compliance with municipal infrastructure standards.

The procurement opportunity explicitly welcomes bids from disadvantaged and woman-owned business enterprises, demonstrating a commitment to inclusive contracting practices. The Owner has stated a non-discrimination policy that prohibits bias against bidders based on race, gender, or national origin. Uniform Guidance provisions will be required in the resulting contract(s), suggesting adherence to federal procurement standards. No specific budget range or award value was disclosed in the available documentation. The project's funding through the ARPA MCWI Grant Program indicates potential federal oversight and compliance requirements. While no incumbent vendors were mentioned, the phased nature of the project (Phase 3) suggests ongoing infrastructure development in the East Oktibbeha Wastewater District. The procurement appears designed to encourage broad participation from qualified contractors while maintaining strict compliance with municipal and federal contracting guidelines.