158-20250917134244 Indianola

The City of Indianola, Mississippi is seeking sealed bids for the Adair Avenue Water Main Replacement project (REBID Project No. 74-24), a comprehensive infrastructure renewal initiative spanning multiple jurisdictions including Tishomingo County and Jackson City. The procurement involves replacing approximately 1,847 linear feet of 6" C-900 PVC water main, 105 linear feet of 6" HDPE pipe using directional bore technique, 520 linear feet of 3/4" service line, and 380 linear feet of 2" PVC encasement. Additional contract requirements include 16 water service reconnections, 2 system tie-ins, 4 gate valves with boxes, 4 fire hydrant assemblies, and associated surface restoration work such as pavement and driveway saw cutting, asphalt and concrete replacement, excavation, seeding, and tree removal. Bids will be received until 7:00 P.M. on November 3, 2025, during the regular City board meeting at Indianola City Hall Annex, with bid documents available from Gardner Engineering, P.A. for a non-refundable fee of $100.00. All bids exceeding $50,000 must include a "Certificate of Responsibility" with the contractor's license number, and bidders must provide security as specified in the bid instructions.

Contractors responding to this opportunity must complete a Certification of Non-Segregated Facilities and comply with Section 31-3-21 of the Mississippi Code of 1972. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the City reserves the right to waive informalities or reject any and all bids, suggesting potential flexibility in vendor selection. The project appears to be a critical municipal infrastructure replacement initiative requiring specialized engineering and construction capabilities. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the water main replacement and associated work implies a substantial project value. Prospective bidders should be prepared to demonstrate expertise in municipal water infrastructure projects, surface restoration, and compliance with local regulatory requirements. The procurement process emphasizes technical competence, licensing, and the ability to execute complex infrastructure renewal work with minimal disruption to existing municipal services.