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The Columbus Redevelopment Authority in Lee County, Mississippi is procuring electric distribution materials and appurtenances for the Parkview Development project (Project Number 119E3031) through sealed competitive bidding. This is a materials-only procurement with no installation services included. The scope of work encompasses supply of comprehensive electrical infrastructure components including steel poles (1 unit of 30/4, 9 units of 45/H1, and 6 units of 50/H1), 51 lighting fixtures and standards, 13 pad-mounted transformers, various distribution assemblies, underground conduit systems, and conductors. Bidders must submit sealed bids by 11:30 A.M. Local Time on April 22, 2026, either in person at Columbus City Hall, 523 Main Street, Columbus, MS 39701, or electronically via https://www.atwellandgentprojects.com. Bid documents are available in digital or paper format through the website after registering an account; technical support regarding website registration is available through Plan House Printing at (662) 407-0193, and questions about bid documents and electronic submission should be directed to Jeffrey Atwell at jatwell@atwellandgent.com. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of Addendum Number 1 (dated April 16, 2026) and Addendum Number 2 (dated April 19, 2026) in their bid forms to avoid disqualification, as these addenda contain critical specification corrections and project modifications. Evaluation will be based on unit price bidding with bidders required to provide material, labor, and total unit prices for each line item, and bids may not be withdrawn within thirty days after the opening date.

The Columbus Redevelopment Authority affirms its commitment to affirmative action and explicitly states that disadvantaged business enterprises and women's business enterprises are afforded full opportunity to submit bids and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin. Bidders must submit a bid bond or certified check equal to 5 percent of the total bid amount, and selected contractors must provide performance and payment bonds each in an amount equal to not less than 100 percent of the contract price. The project engineer is Atwell & Gent, P.A., located in Starkville, Mississippi. Upon award, the contractor must commence work upon receipt of a Notice to Proceed and complete the project within 270 calendar days, with liquidated damages assessed at $250.00 per calendar day for delays beyond the scheduled completion date. Progress payments will be made monthly at 95 percent of completed work and 95 percent of suitable materials and equipment delivered and stored on site, with final payment issued upon substantial completion and delivery of all required documentation. The specific contract value or budget range for this procurement is not disclosed in the available bid documents.