7894-20250129080119 ASD

The Aberdeen School District in Marion County, Mississippi, is seeking sealed bids for comprehensive security upgrades across three educational facilities: Aberdeen High School, Shivers Middle School, and Aberdeen Elementary School. The procurement opportunity, identified as 7894-20250129080119 ASD, requires contractors to submit bids by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025, with submission options including physical delivery to the district office or electronic submission through www.jbhmplans.com. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Aberdeen School District Central Office, where prospective bidders can gather additional project details. Contractors must include a proposal security of 5% of the base bid, presented as a certified check or acceptable bid bond. For bids exceeding $50,000, contractors are required to possess a Certificate of Responsibility from the State Board of Contractors, and all bids over $5,000 must be accompanied by appropriate financial documentation. Bid documents are available exclusively through JBHM Architects, P.A., and interested parties must register and purchase these materials through their website.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses based on the available documentation. Contractors must meet strict qualification standards, including having appropriate state certifications and financial guarantees. Bid submissions cannot be withdrawn for 45 days following the scheduled closing time, indicating the district's commitment to maintaining bid integrity. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the documentation, the requirement for substantial bid security and contractor certifications suggests a significant project scope. The security upgrade project spans multiple school facilities, indicating a comprehensive approach to enhancing educational infrastructure safety. The use of electronic bid submission and detailed documentation requirements suggests a structured and professional procurement process designed to ensure competitive and qualified bidding.