296-20251029163907 bspc

The state and local contract opportunity is a roadway construction project issued jointly by the Office of State Aid Road Construction (OSARC) and the Panola County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi. The project, designated as SAP-54(16)S, involves base and surfacing work across seven designated sites, spanning a total of 17.654 miles. Specific roadway construction items include mobilization, unclassified excavation (759 cubic yards), crushed stone (990 tons), various asphalt mixtures for base and edge repairs (2,856 tons), cold milling (45 square yards), and micro-surfacing components. The project also requires maintenance of traffic, construction signs, thermoplastic striping and markers (151,504 linear feet and 1,493 individual markers). Sealed bids will be received at the Panola County Courthouse located at 151 Public Square, Batesville, Mississippi 38606 until 10:00 AM on December 5, 2025, with a public opening to follow immediately. The contract timeline is set at 120 working days, and bids may be submitted electronically via www.centralbidding.com in PDF format or through paper submissions. Evaluation will be based on the lowest qualified bidder using published quantities.

The Board of Supervisors demonstrates a commitment to affirmative action and ensuring minority business enterprises receive full bidding opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. Each proposal must include a certified check or bid bond equaling five percent of the total bid amount, payable to Panola County and the State of Mississippi. Proposals accompanied by qualifying letters or conditions will be considered irregular and automatically disqualified. Plans and specifications are available through multiple channels, including the Panola County Chancery Clerk's office, 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 Mississippi Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction. Electronic bidding inquiries can be directed to Central Bidding at 255-810-4814. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, bidders should prepare comprehensive proposals that meet the technical specifications and project requirements outlined in the procurement documents.