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The Washington County Board of Supervisors is soliciting sealed bids for a State Aid Bridge Program (SABP) project involving the construction of 0.161 miles of bridge and approaches on Club 17 Road (Project No. SABP-76(01)). The procurement encompasses comprehensive roadway infrastructure development, including bridge removal, excavation, stone and asphalt placement, guardrail installation, traffic striping, seeding, and erosion control measures. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 AM on April 24, 2025, at the Washington County Courthouse located at 900 Washington Avenue in Greenville, Mississippi. The contract stipulates a 120-working-day completion timeline and requires bidders to submit a 5% bid bond or certified check payable to Washington County and the State of Mississippi. Bidding documents can be purchased for $50 each from the SABP Engineer, with additional online bidding options available through QuestCDN.com for a $42 fee. Qualification criteria include adherence to Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder based on published quantities.

The procurement emphasizes providing equal opportunities for minority business enterprises, ensuring no discrimination in the bidding process. While specific set-aside percentages are not explicitly detailed, the project demonstrates a commitment to inclusive contracting practices. The bid documents indicate that plans and specifications are available for review, suggesting potential opportunities for various contractor sizes and capabilities. No specific incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are mentioned in the provided documentation. Although a precise project budget is not specified, the comprehensive nature of the bridge and roadway construction project implies a significant investment in local infrastructure improvements. The procurement process appears designed to maximize competitive bidding while maintaining strict technical and quality standards for the roadway construction project.