8361-20240125135335 LWA Water

The Lorman Waterworks Association is soliciting sealed proposals for the construction of a 400 gallon per minute water treatment plant located in Jefferson County, Mississippi. The procurement is seeking a contractor to design and construct a new water infrastructure facility, with proposals being accepted until 10:00 AM local time on March 1, 2024, at Heflin Engineering's office in Brandon, Mississippi. Bidders are required to purchase contract documents online and pay a non-refundable fee, with mandatory bid security in the form of a bid bond, certified check, or cashier's check equal to 5% of the total bid amount. The contract will be funded through the ARPA Rural Water Associations Infrastructure Grant (RWAIG), and all proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud upon submission. The project documents can be viewed online or at the Engineer's office during standard business hours, and the Lorman Waterworks Association reserves the right to reject any and all bids, with the ability to hold submitted bids for up to 60 days before awarding the contract to the lowest and most advantageous bidder.

The procurement explicitly encourages participation from minority and women's business enterprises, suggesting potential set-aside provisions or preferences for disadvantaged business entities. The contract will be subject to applicable sections of the Mississippi Code of 1972 and RWAIG program regulations, indicating potential compliance and documentation requirements for potential bidders. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement's focus on a 400 gallon per minute water treatment plant suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The project's funding through an ARPA grant implies potential additional compliance and reporting requirements beyond standard municipal procurement processes. The Lorman Waterworks Association appears to be seeking a comprehensive solution for water infrastructure development, with an emphasis on competitive bidding and inclusive participation from diverse business entities.