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The Hattiesburg Public School District in Mississippi is soliciting sealed bid proposals for three distinct construction and improvement projects. The first project, District-Wide Improvements Projects - Phase II (BID #26-010), is due by 10:00 a.m. on February 2, 2026. The second project involves Hattiesburg High School Athletic Lighting Improvements (BID #26-011), due by 10:30 a.m. on the same date. The third project focuses on N.R. Burger Middle School and S.T.E.A.M. Academy Weight Room Conversion (BID #26-012), with bids due by 11:00 a.m. Bidders must be licensed by the State of Mississippi and provide a valid Certificate of Responsibility number for bids over $50,000. All bids must include bid security equal to 5 percent of the bid amount in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond. The contract time for completion will be specified by the bidder, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for project overruns. Bidders can access plans and specifications through Plan House Printing at https://www.mccleskeyplans.com/, with electronic bid submission available on the same platform.

Contractors must be properly licensed in Mississippi and prepared to furnish payment and performance bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract amount. The Owner reserves the right to accept the lowest qualified bid or select the bidder deemed best, regardless of bid amount. The school district can reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and accept alternates in any order or combination. No bid may be withdrawn for 45 days following submission. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned, bidders must meet state licensing requirements and provide appropriate bonding. The procurement allows for flexibility in bid evaluation, with the district maintaining significant discretion in vendor selection. Although precise budget ranges are not specified in the document, the requirement for bid security and performance bonds suggests substantial project values across the three improvement projects.