28-20260114170058 Southaven

The City of Southaven, Mississippi, located in DeSoto County, is soliciting sealed bids for the Snowden Grove Fence Replacement project, a comprehensive infrastructure improvement initiative. The procurement seeks a contractor to completely remove and replace existing fencing, with specific requirements including demolition and disposal of the current fence, installation of new fence systems featuring posts, rails, gates, and wire mesh backing. Additional project scope involves clearing and grading along the fence line, constructing concrete footings, precise fence alignment and tensioning, and restoring any disturbed areas. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 a.m. local time on February 18, 2026, at Southaven City Hall, with a public bid opening scheduled for 10:15 a.m. the same day. The contract has a defined term of 180 consecutive calendar days, with liquidated damages of $500.00 per consecutive calendar day assessed for delays beyond the specified timeframe. Bid documents are available for review at the City Clerk's office, with reproduction costs of $200 per set, and can also be downloaded electronically through Central Bidding's website.

The City of Southaven explicitly encourages participation from minority and women's business enterprises (MBE/WBE), soliciting their submissions as prime contractors and inviting inquiries about subcontracting opportunities, material needs, and equipment supply. Potential bidders can access project documents through multiple channels, including the Mississippi Procurement Technical Assistance Program (MPTAP) at the Mississippi Development Authority's Minority & Small Business Development office and www.mscpc.com. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive informalities, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest and best bidder. Electronic bid submissions are accepted through Central Bidding's platform, with technical support available at 225-810-4814 for any bidding process questions. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive scope of the fence replacement project suggests a significant municipal infrastructure investment. Interested contractors should carefully review all project specifications and prepare comprehensive bids that meet the technical and procedural requirements outlined in the official bid documents.