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The Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi is soliciting sealed bids for comprehensive road maintenance and construction materials services across multiple categories. The procurement covers eight distinct bid categories including corrugated and concrete pipes, HDPE plastic pipes, gravel and stone materials, asphalt, micro surfacing, road striping, asphalt paving laydown services, professional tree cutting, and professional contracting services for labor and equipment. Asphalt materials specifically include hot mix, cold mix, and liquid asphalt in various grades and specifications that must comply with Mississippi Department of Transportation mix designs. The bid opportunity is structured as an annual contract running from February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027, with sealed bids due by 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 9, 2026. Submissions can be made electronically through Central Bidding, by mail, courier service, or hand delivery to the Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors Purchasing Agent. Evaluation criteria will be based on price and other relevant factors pursuant to Section 31-7-13 of the Mississippi Code, with the county reserving the right to accept or reject any bids and waive informalities.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. Bidders must certify compliance with Civil Rights Act requirements and federal non-discrimination regulations. Pricing for materials must be submitted on a per-ton basis, with additional considerations for delivery charges and unloading time. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the bid packet indicates that all materials must meet or exceed Mississippi Standard specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge construction. Price adjustments for asphalt will be permitted according to MDOT Office of State Aid Special Provisions, with base liquid asphalt prices established at November 2019 levels. Although specific budget ranges are not detailed, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a substantial annual investment in road infrastructure and maintenance materials for Lauderdale County. Interested vendors can obtain detailed specifications and bid forms through the Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors website or Central Bidding platform.