Construction of 0.151 Miles of Grade Drain Base and Surfacing on the Ora Swamp (State Aid Program Project No. SAP‑16(69))

The Mississippi Office of State Aid Road Construction (OSARC) and the Covington County Board of Supervisors are soliciting sealed bids for the construction of approximately 0.151 mi of grade‑drain base and asphalt surfacing on the Ora Swamp (State Aid Program Project SAP‑16(69)). The work includes mobilization, clearing and grubbing, borrow excavation, granular material placement, hot‑mix asphalt placement (9.5 mm and 19 mm), installation of right‑of‑way markers, traffic signs, thermoplastic striping, erosion‑control measures, and related site work. Bidders must submit a certified bid bond equal to 5 % of the total bid and purchase plans and contract documents for $100 each. The contract period is 40 working days, and the award will be made to the lowest qualified bidder. • Location: Collins, Covington County, Mississippi • Scope: Roadway construction (grade‑drain base, asphalt surfacing, signage, striping, erosion control) • Quantity: 0.151 mi (≈ 800 ft) of road • Contract time: 40 working days • Bid submission deadline: 10:00 AM, September 15, 2026 (sealed bids) • Required bid bond: 5 % of total bid amount • Plans & specifications available for $100 each (non‑refundable) • Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation encouraged • Contact for questions: Karen Speir ([email protected])