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The City of Brandon, Mississippi is requesting sealed bids for a general contract to construct a new parking lot on Municipal Drive, with bids due July 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time at the City Clerk's office. Bidders must possess a Certificate of Responsibility issued by the Mississippi State Board of Public Contractors — a mandatory qualification that filters eligibility.

The scope encompasses grading, curb and gutter installation, asphalt paving, and all associated work as detailed in the plans and contract documents. The contract term is forty-five consecutive calendar days, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per calendar day assessed for work extending beyond the deadline.

Bid security of 5 percent of the total bid must accompany each proposal. Proposals must be submitted in duplicate, sealed form, with the Certificate of Responsibility number, Mississippi Contractors License number, and Bid Number 2026-08 marked on the sealed envelope. Electronic bidding is available through Central Bidding at www.centralbidding.com. Complete bidding documents, including drawings and specifications, are available for examination at the City of Brandon offices and at Benchmark Engineering & Surveying, LLC (101 Highpointe Court, Suite B, Brandon, MS 39042); copies cost $150 per set (non-refundable).

The City actively solicits Minority and Woman Owned Business Enterprises to bid as prime contractors and to pursue subcontracting opportunities. Bids may not be withdrawn within sixty days following the bid opening date. The City reserves the right to waive irregularities, accept bids in its best interest, or reject any or all bids submitted.