169-20250910122532 Newton

The Newton County Board of Supervisors is soliciting bids for a Bridge Replacement Project targeting 0.344 miles of Griffis Fountain Road over the Chunky River in Mississippi. The procurement involves constructing a new bridge with multiple prestressed concrete beam spans of varying lengths, specifically 1 @ 40 LF, 3 @ 80 LF, 1 @ 110 LF, 1 @ 80 LF, and 2 @ 40 LF. Sealed bids will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. local time on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Newton County Courthouse in Decatur, Mississippi, with bids to be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% of their total bid amount, which can be submitted as a cashier's check, certified check, or bidder's bond. The project will adhere to the Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction, 2004 Edition, and the successful bidder will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds each covering 100% of the contract amount.

The county has committed to affirmative action principles, ensuring that disadvantaged and women's business enterprises have full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, or national origin. Contract documents can be examined or purchased at the county courthouse and online at www.clarkengineersprojects.com. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the bridge replacement project suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The procurement appears open to various contractors who can meet the technical specifications and bonding requirements, with a focus on promoting diverse participation in the bidding process. The project represents a critical infrastructure improvement for Newton County, addressing transportation needs through the replacement of an existing river crossing.