New Lowndes County Fire Station No. 4

Lowndes County is seeking sealed bids for the construction of a new Fire Station No. 4, located at 4111 Stewart Circle in Valdosta, Georgia. The procurement is a lump sum contract for a comprehensive fire station construction project, with bids due by 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the Lowndes County Administration Building. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. Bidding documents are available from Print Life Printing and Supplies, LLC for a non-refundable deposit of $300.00, and all bidders must submit a bid bond of 5% of the base bid. Contractors are required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract price upon award. Bids cannot be withdrawn for 30 days after the opening, and the county reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive technicalities.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidding documents can be obtained from Print Life Printing and Supplies, LLC, with a plan holders' list available from the project architect, James D. Cone. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the requirement for bid and performance bonds suggests a substantial project investment. The procurement appears to be open to qualified construction contractors capable of completing a new fire station facility. The county will likely evaluate bids based on technical capabilities, cost, and ability to meet the project specifications outlined in the bidding documents. Interested contractors should carefully review all project requirements and be prepared to demonstrate their technical expertise in municipal fire station construction.