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The State of Mississippi, specifically Panola County, is soliciting sealed bids for a Local System Bridge Program (LSBP) roadway and bridge construction project designated as LSBP-54(33). The procurement involves constructing 0.029 miles of box bridge and associated approaches on Tocowa Road (Muggy Hill Road), with comprehensive project scope including roadway, erosion control, and bridge construction elements. Specific deliverables encompass mobilization, clearing, bridge removal, excavation, geotextile fabric stabilization, stream diversion, crushed stone placement, and bridge concrete work involving 322 cubic yards of concrete and 54,299 pounds of reinforcement. Bidders must submit proposals either as paper documents or electronically through www.centralbidding.com in PDF format, with each proposal requiring a certified check or bid bond equaling five percent of the total bid amount. The bid submission deadline is December 5, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with public bid opening to occur shortly thereafter at the Panola County Courthouse located at 151 Public Square, Batesville, Mississippi 38606. The contract term is specified as 120 working days, with award to be made to the lowest qualified bidder based on published quantities.

The Board of Supervisors demonstrates a commitment to affirmative action, ensuring minority business enterprises receive full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. No specific set-aside designations are explicitly noted beyond this general commitment to non-discriminatory bidding practices. Plans and specifications are available through multiple channels, including the Panola County Chancery Clerk (contact: Tri Vaughan), the LSBP Engineer's office, and the Office of the State Aid Engineer in Jackson, Mississippi. The project will be constructed according to the latest edition of the Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the project involving bridge construction, roadway work, and extensive materials suggests a significant infrastructure investment. Proposals with qualifying letters regarding bid conditions will be considered irregular and summarily rejected, underscoring the strict compliance requirements for this procurement opportunity.