333-20250812085829 Prentiss

The Town of Prentiss, Mississippi, located in Jefferson County, is seeking sealed bids for the Wastewater System Improvements CDBG Project No. 1200-24-308-PF-02/1201-24-308-PF-01, a comprehensive infrastructure development initiative. The project involves construction-related improvements to the town's sanitary sewer collection system, including replacements, rehabilitation, and repairs of existing wastewater infrastructure. Sealed bids will be received by Mayor Tony Waits at the Town Hall until 12:00 p.m. on September 12, 2025, with bid documents available for viewing and electronic submission through www.dunganeng.com. The procurement is being financed by the Mississippi Development Authority through the Community Development Block Grant and Small Government Public Facilities Category. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with federal regulations, including Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, Davis-Bacon Act, and Build America, Buy America Act, which will likely serve as key evaluation criteria for contractor selection.

The Town of Prentiss actively encourages participation from Minority and Woman Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) and requires strict adherence to equal opportunity employment practices. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage rates determined by the Department of Labor and follow specific guidelines related to contracting, subcontracting, training, and employment opportunities. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the project is funded through community development block grant resources, suggesting a potentially significant infrastructure investment. The procurement appears open to qualified construction firms with expertise in municipal wastewater system improvements, with a particular emphasis on firms that can demonstrate capabilities in rehabilitation and replacement of sanitary sewer infrastructure. Successful bidders will need to navigate complex federal regulatory requirements and demonstrate commitment to local economic development through hiring and subcontracting practices that prioritize local and disadvantaged business participation.