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The Madison Economic Development Authority is seeking bids for the 24" Treated Wastewater Force Main Improvements - Segment B project in Mississippi. The procurement involves the installation of approximately 20,000 feet of 24-inch force main and associated appurtenances, with a total contract duration of 270 consecutive calendar days. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 10:00 am, and sealed bids will be accepted until 3:00 pm on September 10, 2025, at the authority's office in Canton, Mississippi. Bidding documents, including specifications and plans, are available for free online viewing at www.wgkengineersprojects.com, with a non-refundable download fee of $75 for hard copies. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, and the authority reserves the right to waive informalities and reject any or all bids. Liquidated damages are established at $500 per consecutive calendar day beyond the contract period, and the Madison Economic Development Authority will consider bids at their next regular meeting within 30 days of bid receipt.

Non-resident bidders must include a copy of their home state's current law regarding non-resident contractors, or their bid will be rejected. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, bidders should carefully review all qualification criteria. The procurement appears to be open to qualified engineering and construction firms capable of executing large-scale wastewater infrastructure projects. Although an exact budget range is not specified, the project's scope suggests a significant capital investment for infrastructure improvements in Leflore County, Mississippi. The contract will be awarded based on the most responsive and responsible bid that meets the technical specifications and requirements outlined in the bidding documents. Potential bidders should thoroughly review all technical specifications, understand the project's engineering requirements, and ensure they can meet the 270-day completion timeline.