LL526767 05/21/2018 14:40

The Clarksdale Municipal School District is seeking sealed and electronic bids for gymnasium flooring at the W.A. Higgins Middle School, located in Clarksdale, Mississippi. The procurement opportunity (Bid #2018-06) requires a comprehensive flooring installation project that includes treated lumber, plywood decking, maple hardwood flooring, thresholds, vented base, sanding, finishing, painting lines and logos, and VCT tile at the entrance. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on June 7, 2018, with a mandatory site visit required prior to bid submission. The successful bidder will be expected to commence work within 10 days of bid award notification and complete the entire project within a 5-week timeframe. The district will evaluate bids based on price and compliance with specifications, reserving the right to be the sole judge of the lowest and best bid. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with specific insurance and bonding requirements, including commercial general liability, commercial auto liability, performance and payment bonds, and workers' compensation coverage.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in the documentation. The bid requires that pricing be firm and include all applicable taxes, with payments to be made within 45 days of invoice receipt and final project acceptance. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the comprehensive flooring installation suggests a substantial project investment. Potential bidders must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capability to meet the technical specifications and project timeline. The district maintains full discretion in bid evaluation and retains the right to reject any or all submitted bids, emphasizing the competitive nature of this procurement opportunity.