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The Diamondhead Water and Sewer District is seeking bids for the Water Elevated Storage Tank No.1 Re-Painting Project located in Diamondhead, Mississippi, within Hancock County. The procurement involves comprehensive exterior rehabilitation of an existing 500,000-gallon pedesphere style elevated water storage tank, requiring full surface preparation, cleaning, and repainting. Bidders must submit electronic or sealed bids by 3:00 p.m. on August 14, 2025, with bid opening scheduled during the Diamondhead Water and Sewer District Board of Commissioners Meeting at 4:00 p.m. the same day. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the district's office meeting trailer, located at 4425 Park Ten Drive. Bidders are required to provide bid security of at least 5% of the total bid amount, with the successful contractor expected to furnish Performance and Payment Bonds each equal to 100% of the contract value. Contract documents can be obtained online at digitalengineeringplans.com, and all technical questions must be submitted in writing to John M. Stein, PE.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Bid documents will be published through multiple channels, including The Sea Coast Echo, The Sun Herald, the Diamondhead Water & Sewer District Website, and the Mississippi Procurement Technical Assistance Program. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, the requirement for substantial bid and performance bonding suggests a significant project scope. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will award the contract to the lowest and best qualified, responsive, and responsible bidder. Potential bidders should carefully review the complete bid documentation, paying close attention to technical specifications, site conditions, and all contractual requirements to ensure a comprehensive and competitive proposal.