Bid Solicitation for Construction of Volunteer Fire Department Buildout in Jasper County

Background
The Jasper County Board of Supervisors is issuing a bid solicitation for the construction of the Beaver Meadow Volunteer Fire Department, located on County Road 371 near Beaver Meadow Recreational Park. This project is designated as Engineer's Project No. JSCBS-301-22B and aims to enhance local emergency services in the area.

Work Details
The contract involves the complete construction of the Beaver Meadow Volunteer Fire Department facility. Specific details regarding the construction plans, specifications, and contract documents are available through the Engineer of Record, Daniel Russum, P.E., DBA Chas. N. Clark Associates, Ltd.

The project requires adherence to Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, which mandates that contracting opportunities be extended to Section 3 businesses and residents. Minority and women-owned business enterprises are encouraged to participate as prime contractors or subcontractors.

Period of Performance
The total contract time is advertised as 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

Place of Performance
The construction will take place at the Beaver Meadow Volunteer Fire Department site on County Road 371 in Bay Springs, Mississippi.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a certified check or bid bond for five percent (5%) of the total bid payable to Jasper County with their proposal. Additionally, bidders are required to include contact information for their bond agent, including an address and phone number.

The solicitation encourages participation from minority business enterprises and ensures no discrimination based on race, color, or national origin.