13600-20250116163739 EWA

The Eureka Water Association is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive cleaning and repainting project for an elevated water tank located in Courtland, Mississippi. The procurement is a public works contract targeted at professional water infrastructure maintenance contractors. Bidders must possess a current Certificate of Responsibility from the Mississippi Board of Public Contractors, demonstrating technical competence and financial stability. The project requires complete tank cleaning and repainting, with a specified contract duration of 180 consecutive calendar days and liquidated damages of $250.00 per day for delays beyond the completion timeline. Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 P.M. local time on February 19, 2025, at 101 Eureka Street in Batesville, Mississippi, where they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Contract documents are available from Mendrop Engineering Resources, LLC for a non-refundable fee of $150.00 per set, with free electronic copies also offered. Bids must remain valid for 60 calendar days after the bid closing, and the Eureka Water Association reserves the right to reject all bids and select the lowest and most favorable proposal.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The contract is open to qualified contractors with appropriate state certification, and no incumbent vendor information was provided. While a precise budget range was not disclosed, the project appears to be a standard municipal water infrastructure maintenance contract. The geographic scope is limited to Benton County, Mississippi, specifically involving the elevated water tank in Courtland. Potential bidders should note that the contract will be awarded based on a comprehensive evaluation of bid responsiveness, contractor qualifications, and overall value to the Eureka Water Association. The procurement is governed by the Mississippi Code of 1972, ensuring a regulated and transparent selection process. Interested contractors should carefully review the full bid documentation and ensure compliance with all specified requirements before submission.