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Jones County, Mississippi is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of various sizes of plastic culverts through a competitive bidding process scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Courthouse in Laurel. The procurement is specifically for culvert materials to be used in county infrastructure projects, with a contract term spanning six months from January 5, 2026, through June 30, 2026. Potential bidders must obtain official bid forms directly from the Jones County Board of Supervisors located at 415 North 5th Avenue in Laurel. Bid submissions must be in writing, sealed, and clearly marked "CULVERTS" on the exterior envelope, including the bidder's name, address, and telephone number. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Brittany Welch, who can be reached at 601.428.3128 or bwelch@co.jones.ms.us, and the notice will be published in the Laurel Leader-Call on November 8 and November 15, 2025.

The Board of Supervisors maintains significant discretion in the procurement process, reserving the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and determine the most advantageous bid. No specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on bidder qualifications are explicitly stated in the procurement notice. The document does not provide details on potential award values, budget ranges, or incumbent vendors. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their capability to supply the required plastic culverts and meet the county's specifications. While the notice does not outline specific evaluation criteria beyond the Board's ability to select the best and/or lowest bid, interested vendors should carefully review the bid documentation and ensure compliance with all submission requirements to maximize their chances of a successful bid.