19-20250507083050 IWA

The Ingomar Water Association is seeking sealed bids for the Ingomar Water System Improvements - Phase 4 project located in New Albany, Mississippi, within Walthall County. The procurement involves constructing approximately 2,225 linear feet of 4-inch water pipe lines, which includes installing fittings, valves, hydrants, implementing boring procedures, and reconnecting water meters. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Ingomar Water Association's office located at 1409 County Road 101, New Albany, MS 38652, with bids to be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. Bidders can obtain contract documents from Plan House Printing and Graphics in Tupelo, MS, with online registration available at www.cceplanroom.com. The contract will be awarded to the lowest or best responsible, responsive bidder, with the owner reserving the right to waive informalities or reject any or all bids. Bidders must provide bid security and cannot withdraw their bid within 60 days of the bid opening.

The project is expected to be funded through the ARPA Rural Water Associations Infrastructure Grant (RWAIG), which includes specific compliance requirements related to Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. Minority and women's business enterprises are specifically encouraged to bid as prime contractors or inquire about subcontracting opportunities. The procurement is subject to applicable Mississippi Code sections and will require adherence to various Uniform Guidance provisions. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the infrastructure nature of the project suggests a significant capital investment. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate technical capabilities in water system infrastructure development, familiarity with municipal water system improvements, and compliance with federal and state grant requirements. The procurement process emphasizes competitive bidding while maintaining flexibility to select the most qualified and responsive contractor for the water system improvement project.