239-20250414101419 Louisville

The City of Louisville, Mississippi, is seeking sealed bids for improvements to the Louisville Winston County Airport, with a specific focus on airfield lighting system enhancements. The project encompasses the installation of Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL) and an upgrade of the Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) lights from a 2-light to a 4-light system. Sealed bids will be accepted at Louisville City Hall until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, with a public bid opening immediately following. Contract documents are available from Clearwater Consultants, Inc. in Starkville, Mississippi, with electronic copies provided at no cost and hard copies available for $150 per set. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with various federal regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Davis Bacon Act, and Civil Rights Act requirements. A bid bond or certified check for 5% of the base bid amount is required as a bid guarantee, and the bid cannot be withdrawn for 90 days after the scheduled opening.

The City of Louisville actively encourages participation from minority and women's business enterprises (MBE/WBE), both as prime contractors and subcontractors. Potential bidders must adhere to specific federal regulations regarding minority and women's business enterprise participation. The procurement allows for integration with existing airport infrastructure and lighting systems. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the requirement for a 5% bid bond suggests a project of significant monetary scale. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities, providing flexibility in the procurement process. The bid advertisement will be published on March 21, 2025, and March 28, 2025, with bid documents prepared and dated March 17, 2025. Potential bidders should carefully review the complete contract documents and ensure full compliance with all specified federal and local requirements.