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The City of Olive Branch, Mississippi, is seeking bids for an AV-Gas Fuel Storage project at the Olive Branch Airport, specifically involving the installation of a new 8,000-gallon AV-gas tank to expand the existing fuel farm's total storage capacity to 20,000 gallons. This procurement is partially funded through the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which necessitates compliance with specific federal regulations. Sealed and electronic bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM on Monday, May 12, 2025, at City Hall, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the Olive Branch Airport Terminal Building. Each bidding organization is limited to three personnel at the pre-bid conference. The procurement requires a comprehensive bid package that demonstrates technical capability, adherence to federal provisions, and ability to execute the fuel storage infrastructure project. Bidders must submit a Bidder's Bond representing 5% of the total bid price, and bids must remain valid for 60 days, with the City reserving the right to reject any or all submissions.

The contract includes specific set-aside requirements mandating that bidders make good faith efforts to subcontract a minimum of 8 percent of the contract value to small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (DBE). Federal regulations will require compliance with Buy American Preference, Civil Rights Assurances, Davis-Bacon Requirements, and Debarment and Suspension protocols. The successful bidder will be required to execute Performance and Payment Bonds, each representing 100% of the contract amount. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project involves significant infrastructure investment in airport fuel storage capabilities. The City anticipates awarding the contract to the lowest and most responsible bidder, with an emphasis on technical competence, regulatory compliance, and demonstrated ability to successfully integrate the new fuel storage tank with existing airport infrastructure. Potential contractors should be prepared to showcase their qualifications in airport fuel system construction and their understanding of federal aviation project requirements.