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The state and local contract opportunity is a Local System Bridge Program (LSBP) project issued by the Holmes County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi, specifically located in Humphreys County. The procurement involves constructing 0.089 miles of bridge and approaches on the Smith-Bailey Road, with comprehensive roadway and infrastructure development requirements. Key deliverables include mobilization, clearing and grubbing, removal of existing infrastructure, borrow excavation, pipe installation, right-of-way markers, seeding, and multiple bridge components such as prestressed concrete piling, precast concrete slab units, and concrete barrier rails. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 AM on August 22, 2025, at the Holmes County Board of Supervisors Administration Building in Lexington, Mississippi. Bidders are required to submit a 5% bid bond or certified check, and project plans can be purchased for $100 at wcmplanroom.com, with electronic bid submissions accepted through the website. The project will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder based on published quantities, following the latest edition of the Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction.

The contract opportunity emphasizes a commitment to minority business enterprise participation and non-discrimination, suggesting potential set-aside provisions or preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises. Project documentation indicates that plans and specifications are available for review at the Holmes County Chancery Clerk's office, the LSBP Engineer's office, and the Office of the State Aid Engineer in Jackson, Mississippi. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the bridge and roadway construction suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The project requires technical expertise in road and bridge construction, with specific qualifications needed to meet the detailed specifications outlined in the procurement documents. Potential bidders should demonstrate capability in complex infrastructure development, including expertise in concrete work, erosion control, and road construction methodologies. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors were specifically identified in the procurement documentation.