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The New Candler Water Association is soliciting bids for a comprehensive water system improvements project in Prentiss County, Mississippi, specifically Contract F: Water Line Distribution. The procurement involves constructing approximately 20,000 linear feet of 10" PVC waterline, including eight directionally-bored HDPE creek crossings ranging from 4"-6" and reconnecting approximately 46 meters with 3/4" service lines. Bids will be received at Cook Coggin Engineers, Inc. until Monday, September 15, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. local time, with a project duration of 150 consecutive calendar days. The project's key objectives include infrastructure enhancement and water distribution system modernization. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, but the procurement is subject to Mississippi Code of 1972 and requires compliance with Uniform Guidance provisions. Potential bidders must be prepared to meet technical specifications for waterline construction and adhere to strict federal regulatory requirements.

The contract opportunity is supported by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) through a federal award from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, specifically the ARPA Rural Water Associations Infrastructure Grant (RWAIG). Minority and women's business enterprises are explicitly encouraged to participate as prime contractors and explore subcontracting opportunities. The project is bound by American Iron and Steel requirements, mandating that all iron and steel products used must be produced in the United States, with certain specified waivers applicable to the contract. The anticipated total bid price is approximately $1,500,000, providing a clear budget range for potential contractors. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, and the project appears to be a new infrastructure development rather than a replacement or extension of an existing contract. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with federal procurement regulations, reporting requirements, and specific technical capabilities in water system infrastructure construction.