Advertisement for Bids 2026 – Part 1: 1,000,000‑Gal Elevated Tank (ARC Grant # MS‑22495, Cinco I)

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is seeking a qualified contractor to design, supply, and construct a 1,000,000‑gallon elevated water storage tank and associated water system extension at the Cinco Mega Site in Lowndes County, Mississippi. The contract is a sealed‑bid, “design‑build” style procurement; bidders must submit duplicate sealed proposals, a 5 % bid bond, and meet Mississippi contractor licensing and certification requirements. The project must be completed within 540 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated and special damages provisions for delays. The successful bidder will also be required to furnish performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the contract amount and comply with Davis‑Bacon, Buy‑America, and IIJA regulations. Minority‑ and women‑owned businesses are encouraged to participate. • Scope: Supply all labor, materials, equipment, and engineering to construct a 1‑million‑gallon elevated water tank and related water‑system extensions. • Location: Cinco Mega Site, Lowndes County, MS (Columbus, MS 39701). • Contract value: Not disclosed; typical cost for a tank of this size ranges from $5 M to $10 M. • Schedule: Bids due Oct 9, 2026 @ 10:00 am; contract period 540 days from Notice to Proceed. • Mandatory requirements: Mississippi Certificate of Responsibility, 5 % bid bond, financial statements (if requested), performance & payment bonds (100 % of contract). • Submission: Electronic via www.neel‑schafferplans.com or paper copy; duplicate sealed envelopes; include qualifications attachment. • Pre‑bid: Meeting available on request (date not fixed). • Contact for questions: Thomas Hamby ([email protected]).