88-20251029094813 Natchez

The City of Natchez, Mississippi is soliciting bids for the Duncan Park Mountain Bike Trail Upgrades project, which is being conducted in partnership with the Mississippi Recreational Trails Program (MRTP) of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. The project involves constructing natural trails and associated trail infrastructure, including berms and grade reversals at Duncan Park. Bids will be received until 2:00 P.M. local time on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the City Clerk's office located at 124 South Pearl Street, Natchez, MS 39120. The contract duration is set at 120 calendar days, with the city reserving the right to withhold bid decisions for up to 60 days from the bid opening date for review and investigation of bidder qualifications. Contractors must demonstrate knowledge and experience with National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) standards and comply with current Standard Specifications for State Aid Road and Bridge Construction. Bid documentation must include a Bid Bond Security/Guarantee of 5% for contracts exceeding $25,000, and 100% Performance and Payment Bonds are required.

The procurement opportunity appears to be open to all qualified contractors, with specific requirements for non-resident bidders who must include documentation of their home state's contractor regulations. Licensing and required certifications must be clearly indicated on the sealed bid envelope. The project is funded through Mississippi Recreational Trails Program monies combined with local matching funds from the City of Natchez. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the city reserves the right to reject any and all bids, negotiate with the lowest and best bidder, and potentially reduce the job scope to align with available funding. Bidders can obtain contract documents through the City Clerk's office and Waycaster Dungan Architecture and Engineering, with online access available at www.waycasterdunganplanroom.com. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the requirement for bid bonds and performance bonds suggests a substantial project investment.