80-20250930140402 Hernando

The City of Hernando, Mississippi, located in DeSoto County, is seeking sealed bids for a roadway infrastructure project involving additional curb and gutter construction along Highway 51. The procurement requires comprehensive roadway earthwork, grading, paving, curb, and gutter construction services, with specific technical specifications aligned with the 2017 Mississippi Road and Bridge Construction standards. Bidders must be qualified under Mississippi Law and possess a current Certificate of Responsibility from the Mississippi State Board of Public Contractors. The contract has a defined timeline of 60 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for schedule overruns. Bid submissions are due by 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, November 6th, 2025, and must be delivered to City Hall at 475 W. Commerce Street. Each bidder is required to submit a Bid Bond or Certified Check for 5% of their total bid amount as security. Prospective bidders must inspect the project site and familiarize themselves with local conditions prior to submission.

The City of Hernando demonstrates a commitment to affirmative action and promotes opportunities for disadvantaged and women's business enterprises, ensuring non-discriminatory participation regardless of race, color, sex, religion, or national origin. The successful bidder will be required to provide Payment and Performance Bonds covering 100% of the contract amount. Bid documents are available through Neel-Schaffer's website, facilitating broad access for potential contractors. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the requirement for bid bonds and performance securities suggests a substantial project investment. The procurement process emphasizes open competition while maintaining strict qualification standards to ensure contractor capability and project quality. No incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure integration requirements were specifically mentioned in the available documentation.