157-20250605110950 Oxford

The City of Oxford, Mississippi is soliciting bids for Contract B - Anderson Water Treatment Plant, a construction project focused on developing a corrosion control water treatment plant. The procurement is for a single prime contract, with bids to be received until 11:00 A.M. local time on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at City Hall. Potential bidders must register online at www.oxfordmsbids.com to access bid documents, which are available in paper or digital formats. The project will be funded in whole or in part by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), with a federal award number 107-2-DW-5.15 from the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Each bid submission must include a bid security of five percent of the total bid amount, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder for the Base Bid. Bidders are expected to have relevant experience in water treatment plant construction and the technical capability to complete the project according to specified requirements.

The City of Oxford specifically encourages minority and women's business enterprises (MBE/WBE) to participate as prime contractors and explore subcontracting opportunities. While no specific set-aside percentages are detailed, the solicitation demonstrates a commitment to inclusive procurement practices. The project jurisdictions include Lamar County and Paden Village, suggesting potential local economic development benefits. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The advertisement, issued by the Mayor on June 10 and June 17, 2025, reserves the city's right to waive irregularities and reject any bids not deemed in the best interest of the city. While a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive nature of the water treatment plant construction suggests a significant infrastructure investment. Interested contractors should carefully review all bid documents and ensure compliance with federal and local procurement regulations.