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The Lowndes County Port Authority is seeking sealed bids for the East Bank Port Erosion Control Bank Stabilization Phase 1 MDOT Multimodal Grant project located in Lowndes County, Mississippi. The procurement involves construction-related services, specifically earthwork grading and riprap placement for bank stabilization at the East Bank Port Facility. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 A.M. on November 3, 2025, at the Lowndes County Administrative Boardroom, with a public bid opening and reading immediately following. Bid documents are available electronically and in paper copy through www.neel-schafferplans.com, with all plan holders required to register for an account and provide a valid email address. Contractors submitting bids over $50,000.00 must present their Certificate of Responsibility Number, and bidders are prohibited from withdrawing their bids for 90 days after the opening. Electronic bids will be accepted if submitted through the specified website prior to the bid date and time.

The Port Authority demonstrates a commitment to providing opportunities for disadvantaged and women's business enterprises, with an explicit non-discrimination policy covering race, color, and national origin. Non-resident bidders must attach documentation of their home state's current contractor treatment laws. The solicitation allows the Lowndes County Port Authority to reject any bids and reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder meeting the specified needs within available funding. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the requirement for bids suggests a substantial infrastructure improvement project. The procurement appears focused on supporting local port infrastructure improvements through the MDOT Multimodal Grant, with an emphasis on equitable and competitive bidding processes that support diverse business participation.