92-20250711092827 Benton

The Benton County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi is seeking sealed bids for Project No. ERBR-05(03), which involves the construction of a bridge and approaches to replace Structure No. SA0500000000027 on Pleasant Hill Road. This procurement is funded through the Mississippi Infrastructure Modernization Act of 2018's Emergency Road & Bridge Repair Fund, targeting critical infrastructure improvements. Bidders must obtain project plans and specifications from Cook Coggin Engineers, Inc. for a non-refundable $100.00 fee and must be on the official list of Planholders maintained by the Engineer of Record. The bid submission deadline is August 18, 2025, at 9:00 AM, with bids to be received at the Benton County Courthouse. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest qualified bidder based on qualified quantities, with proposals accompanied by qualifying letters being deemed irregular and ineligible for award. The project requires comprehensive bridge replacement and approach construction, with all work needing to meet state infrastructure standards and specifications.

The procurement appears to have a strong commitment to ensuring minority business enterprises have full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination. While no specific set-aside percentages are mentioned, the language suggests an inclusive approach to bidder participation. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are explicitly identified in the documentation. The project will be publicly opened shortly after the submission deadline at the Benton County Courthouse, with all bid details to be reviewed by the Board of Supervisors. Additional project information is available on the Mississippi Office of State Aid Road Construction website. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the project is funded through the state's Emergency Road & Bridge Repair Fund, indicating a significant investment in local infrastructure improvements. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and ensure full compliance with the stated requirements to be considered for the contract award.