The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of approximately 7.0 mi of asphalt overlay on four county roads (Holly Springs Rd, Nesbit Rd, Nail Rd, and a fourth road). The scope includes full‑depth removal of existing pavement, placement of granular base material, multiple layers of new asphalt (19 mm and 9.5 mm), cold‑milling, traffic control signage, temporary striping, and related traffic‑management items. Bidders must submit complete bid books, a 5 % bid bond payable to DeSoto County and the State of Mississippi, and, for contracts exceeding $50,000, a Certificate of Responsibility or a statement of exemption. Plans and specifications are available for a fee ($75 for plans, $25 for the proposal) at the County Engineer’s office or via Central Bidding. The contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder and is subject to Mississippi state procurement and licensing rules.
• Project: 7.037 mi of road overlay (SAP‑17(18)M)
• Location: Desoto County, Mississippi (Hernando, MS)
• Bid deadline: 10:00 AM, 9 Oct 2026 (sealed or electronic)
• Contract duration: 54 working days
• Required documents: bid bond (5 %), Certificate of Responsibility (if > $50 k), full bid book, plans/proposals (paid)
• Contact for questions: Vickie Tillman,
[email protected]
• Submission methods: sealed envelope at County Procurement Office or electronically via www.centralbidding.com