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The state and local contract opportunity is a sealed bid procurement issued by the Scott County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi for the Coal Bluff Road Infrastructure Improvements project. The primary objective is to extend an existing box culvert on Coal Bluff Road, with the project requiring comprehensive infrastructure enhancement. Sealed bids will be received at the Scott County Courthouse in Forest, Mississippi, with a strict submission deadline of 10:00 a.m. on October 2nd, 2025. Bidders are required to submit a certified check or bid bond equaling 5% of their total bid, payable to Scott County and the State of Mississippi. The contract duration is specified as 30 working days, and project documents, including plans and specifications, are available from County Engineer Kevin C. Thompson at a cost of $25 for plans and $25 for proposals. Alternately, bidders can download documents from Central Bidding's website, which also supports electronic bid submissions. The project will be constructed in accordance with the latest Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction.

While the opportunity emphasizes equal bidding opportunities for minority business enterprises, there are no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types beyond the standard non-discrimination provisions. The county explicitly commits to providing opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the requirement for a bid bond suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. Electronic bid submission through Central Bidding provides additional accessibility for potential contractors. The procurement process appears designed to encourage broad participation while maintaining rigorous standards for infrastructure development. No incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requiring integration are explicitly noted in the procurement documents.