Harris Grove Subdivision Site Construction Project

The Americus-Sumter County Payroll Development Authority and Smith Douglas Homes are requesting sealed bids for the Harris Grove Subdivision site construction project, with bids due November 17, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. local time at the Rees Park Economic Development Center in Americus, Georgia. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the same location.

The project scope includes installation of public utilities, storm drainage, roads, curbs, and related infrastructure necessary to support residential subdivision development. All work must be completed within 180 consecutive calendar days following receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Contractors and all subcontractors must hold a Georgia contractor's license and Georgia business license. Required insurance includes comprehensive general liability and commercial automobile liability at $1,000,000 per occurrence minimum, statutory worker's compensation with $1,000,000 employer's liability coverage, and employee dishonesty coverage at $50,000 per occurrence minimum. All bids must be accompanied by a bid bond of at least 5% of the base bid. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the contract amount, issued by a surety company licensed in Georgia and listed in Department of Treasury Circular 570. The successful bidder is responsible for securing and paying all required permits, assessments, charges, and fees.

Bid documents are available for viewing by appointment only through Susan Warner at 229-924-7007. Digital copies of contract documents and specifications are available from EMC Engineering Services, Inc. in Statesboro for a non-refundable $150.00 per set; contact Stacy Turk at (912) 764-7022 or stacy_turk@emc-eng.com. All questions must be submitted at least 72 hours prior to the bid deadline. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, including those deemed nonconforming, non-responsive, unbalanced, conditional, or from bidders of doubtful financial ability.