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The Hancock County Port & Harbor Commission is seeking bids for the Port Bienville Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Project No. PB2404), a critical infrastructure improvement initiative focused on sewer manhole rehabilitation within the Port Bienville Industrial Park. The procurement involves epoxy lining of approximately 47 sewer manholes, with specific requirements for contractor performance and project completion. Bidders must be qualified under Mississippi Law and possess a current Certificate of Responsibility from the Mississippi State Board of Public Contractors. The project timeline mandates that the selected contractor commence work within 10 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed and achieve Substantial Completion within 90 consecutive calendar days, with liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for failing to meet the final completion deadline. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 10th, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. at the Port Bienville Industrial Park, and sealed bids will be received until 2:00 P.M. Local Time on June 24, 2025. Each bidder is required to submit a Bid Bond for 5% of their bid amount, and bid documents are available online at www.portairspacework.com, with all plan holders required to register with a valid email address.

The Hancock County Port & Harbor Commission explicitly encourages participation from minority and women's business enterprises, signaling potential set-aside or preference considerations for disadvantaged business entities. The Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids, providing flexibility in the procurement process. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the requirement for Payment and Performance Bonds each covering 100% of the contract amount suggests a substantial project value. Bid documents are non-refundable, and potential bidders are directed to contact Neel-Schaffer, Inc. for any questions or additional information. The procurement covers jurisdictions within Hancock County and the Lamar CDP, indicating a localized infrastructure improvement project with potential broader economic development implications for the region's industrial infrastructure.