Hot Mix Asphalt Bids Solicitation

Background
The Choctaw County Board of Supervisors is issuing a solicitation for bids related to the Hot Mix Asphalt Leveling and Overlay project on various routes within Choctaw County, Mississippi. The goal of this contract is to enhance the road infrastructure in the area, ensuring improved safety and accessibility for residents and travelers. This project is identified as CES Project #25-1495.

Work Details
The contract involves providing Hot Mix Asphalt for leveling and overlay on various routes in Choctaw County. Detailed plans and specifications for the work are available at the Chancery Clerk’s Office. Bidders must submit sealed or electronic bids, which will be publicly opened after the submission deadline. The successful bidder will be determined based on the lowest and best qualified bid according to published quantities.

Period of Performance
The contract performance period begins upon award and is expected to be completed following the guidelines set forth in the bid documents. A specific deadline for bid submission is noted as June 16, 2025.

Place of Performance
The work will be performed in various locations throughout Choctaw County, Mississippi.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a certified check or bid bond for five percent (5%) of the total bid amount, made payable to Choctaw County. Successful bidders are required to furnish separate performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price at execution. Bidders must comply with all applicable requirements of Chapters 3 and 5 of Title 31 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, including holding a Certificate of Responsibility and paying a special privilege tax.