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The state and local contract opportunity is a sealed bid solicitation issued by the Franklin County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi for a State Aid Bridge Program (SABP) project. The procurement specifically involves the construction of 0.246 miles of Box Bridge & Approaches on the Davis Hill Road, with the project number SABP-19(01). Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 AM on November 25, 2025, at the county supervisors' office located at 36 Main St. East, Meadville, Mississippi. The project encompasses extensive roadway, erosion control, and box bridge construction, including deliverables such as mobilization, clearing and grubbing, excavation, concrete work, riprap, pipe installation, and various erosion control measures. The contract duration is set at 150 working days, with bidders required to submit a 5% bid bond or certified check of the total bid amount, payable to Franklin County and the State of Mississippi. Bidders must purchase project plans and specifications at $100 for a paper copy or $75 for a digital copy through www.wgkengineersprojects.com, and the project will be constructed according to the latest edition of the Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction.

The procurement demonstrates a commitment to minority business enterprise participation, with the Board of Supervisors ensuring full bidding opportunities without discrimination. The project is located in Grenada County and targets a county with a population of less than 20,000, which may influence bidding dynamics. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly detailed, the solicitation suggests an inclusive approach to contractor participation. Plans and specifications will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder based on published quantities, with potential contractors expected to meet the technical specifications and construction requirements outlined in the project documents. Although a specific budget range is not provided, bidders must demonstrate financial capability through the required 5% bid bond. The project represents a targeted infrastructure improvement initiative focused on road and bridge construction in a rural Mississippi county, with potential opportunities for local and regional construction firms to participate in the state-funded infrastructure development.