198-20250820163304 Batesville

The City of Batesville in Benton County, Mississippi, is soliciting sealed bids for the Batesville Forcemain and Boring Project, a municipal infrastructure improvement initiative. The procurement involves constructing 1,764 linear feet of 10" SDR-21 PVC Sewer Forcemain and installing 300 linear feet of Roadway Waterline Boring with Carrier Pipe. Sealed bids will be received at Batesville City Hall, located at 103 College Street, until 2:00 P.M. local time on October 7, 2025. The contract duration is set at 90 consecutive calendar days, with liquidated damages of $200 per consecutive calendar day for delays beyond the specified contract time. Bidders are required to hold their bids for 60 calendar days after the bid closing time, and the award will be made to the lowest and best responsive, responsible bidder. The project is expected to be funded by the City of Batesville in conjunction with the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ).

Bidders must be qualified under Mississippi Law and possess a current Certificate of Responsibility from the Mississippi Board of Public Contractors. Disadvantaged business enterprises are explicitly encouraged to inquire about bidding and subcontracting opportunities. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informalities in the bidding process. While no pre-bid conference is currently scheduled, the city may issue an addendum if one is determined to be necessary. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but it represents a significant municipal infrastructure investment focused on improving water and sewer infrastructure. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and ensure they meet the qualifications and requirements outlined in the bid advertisement.