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The Prentiss-Alcorn Water Association, located in Alcorn County, Mississippi, is soliciting sealed and electronic bids for a comprehensive water system improvement project designated as Contract B: Chemical Building & Distribution Improvements (Project ARWAI-G-020014). The procurement encompasses a base bid that includes constructing a new Well Chemical Building, installing 4,100 linear feet of 4" PVC water line, and implementing associated infrastructure improvements such as multiple valves and hydrants along existing water lines. Two additive alternates are included: Alternate 1 involves installing an additional 1,350 linear feet of 4" PVC water line, and Alternate 2 focuses on establishing a Master Meter Arrangement. Bid submissions will be accepted until 10:00 A.M. on August 22, 2025, at the association's office in Rienzi, Mississippi, with bids to be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders are required to submit bid security and will be prohibited from withdrawing their bids within 60 days of the opening, with the contract expected to be funded through the ARPA Rural Water Associations Infrastructure Grant (RWAIG).

The procurement specifically solicits and encourages participation from minority and women's business enterprises (MBE/WBE) as prime contractors and subcontractors. The project is subject to various Uniform Guidance provisions related to Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, indicating potential compliance and reporting requirements for successful bidders. Electronic bid submissions can be made through www.cceplanroom.com, with contract documents available from Plan House Printing and Graphics in Tupelo, Mississippi. The Prentiss-Alcorn Water Association reserves the right to waive informalities or reject any or all bids, with the contract award to be made to the lowest or most responsible and responsive bidder. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the water system improvements suggests a significant infrastructure investment aimed at enhancing water distribution capabilities in Alcorn County.