149-20250417101705 Utica

Hinds County, Mississippi is soliciting bids for a HUD Beautification Project located in Utica, Mississippi, with the project number 72464-U focusing on asphalt paving and related construction work. The procurement is a formal competitive bidding process with bids to be received at the Hinds County Chancery Clerk Office until May 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM local time. Bidders must submit a Certified Check or Bidder's Bond representing 5% of the total bid price and possess a Certificate of Responsibility for public works projects exceeding $50,000. Contractors must conform to HUD Grant requirements and will be expected to complete the project within 60 days, with the construction bid scheduled for award on June 2, 2025, during the Hinds County Board of Supervisors' regular meeting. Bidding documents are available electronically through Allen & Hoshall's plan room and Central Bidding website, with prospective bidders encouraged to register as plan holders. Evaluation criteria will likely include compliance with bid specifications, price competitiveness, and demonstrated capability to complete the project within the specified timeframe.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified contractors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Successful bidders will be required to execute Performance and Payment Bonds, each covering 100% of the contract amount, issued by a Surety Company licensed in Mississippi. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project is funded through a HUD Grant, suggesting potential federal oversight and funding parameters. Hinds County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities, with the stated goal of accepting the most favorable proposal. The bid documents will be published in the legal sections of the Clarion Ledger and Jackson Advocate on April 17 and 24, 2025, providing additional visibility and opportunity for potential bidders to review the complete project specifications. Contractors interested in this opportunity should carefully review all documentation and ensure they meet the technical and administrative requirements outlined in the bid package.