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The MS-AL Rail Authority is requesting sealed and electronic bids for the construction of 2026 Multimodal Railroad Improvements Rebid project in Belmont, Mississippi, with bids due August 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time.

The scope encompasses approximately 50 tons of sub-ballast, 410 tons of ballast, 440 feet of trackage (115 lb. minimum Class 1 relay), two No. 8 turnouts, and all appurtenances. Site inspection is mandatory; bidders are responsible for becoming thoroughly familiar with all contract documents.

Sealed bids are received at City Hall of Belmont, 94 Main Street, Belmont, MS 38827. Electronic bids are submitted through www.cceplanroom.com. Each bidder must provide bid security as specified in the Information for Bidders section of the contract documents. For electronic submissions, the bid bond must be submitted in electronic format or as an original hard copy prior to bid opening to ensure validity. No bidder may withdraw a bid within 60 days after opening.

Contract documents are available for examination at the MS-AL Rail Authority office in Belmont and at Cook Coggin Engineers, Inc., 703 Crossover Road, Tupelo, Mississippi 38801. Documents are issued by Plan House Printing and Graphics, 607 West Main Street, Tupelo, MS 38804; all payments for bid documents are non-refundable and made payable to Plan House Printing and Graphics. Bidders may register for a free account at www.cceplanroom.com to view, order, and submit bids electronically.

Award will be made to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder. The MS-AL Rail Authority reserves the right to waive any informality or reject any or all bids. All applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction over the project apply throughout the contract term. Questions regarding website registration, online orders, and electronic bidding should be directed to Plan House Printing at (662) 407-0193.