City of Tupelo Chickasaw Heritage Center Natchez Trace Intersection Bid T16-305 - 2026-039PW
City of TupeloCity · Tupelo, MS- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- John White
- (662) 840-9063
The 30-second brief
The City of Tupelo is soliciting sealed or electronic bids for the construction of an access drive intersection for the Chickasaw Heritage Center onto the Natchez Trace Parkway (Project #2026-039PW). The scope of work includes earthwork, storm drainage, base construction, paving, and striping as specified in the Contract Documents. Bidders must provide a bid bond equal to 5% of the total bid. For bids exceeding $50,000, a contractor's certificate of responsibility number must be provided on the exterior of the bid envelope. Preference is given to resident contractors in accordance with Mississippi law. Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on September 29, 2026, and may be submitted to the Purchasing Office at City Hall or electronically via the project portal.
Bid bond (5%), Certificate of responsibility number, Nonresident contractor state law copy (if applicable)
Review of bids and qualifications of bidders; resident contractor preference applies
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Summary
The City of Tupelo is soliciting sealed or electronic bids for the construction of an access drive intersection for the Chickasaw Heritage Center onto the Natchez Trace Parkway (Project #2026-039PW).
The scope of work includes earthwork, storm drainage, base construction, paving, and striping as specified in the Contract Documents. Bidders must provide a bid bond equal to 5% of the total bid. For bids exceeding $50,000, a contractor's certificate of responsibility number must be provided on the exterior of the bid envelope. Preference is given to resident contractors in accordance with Mississippi law. Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on September 29, 2026, and may be submitted to the Purchasing Office at City Hall or electronically via the project portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Review of bids and qualifications of bidders; resident contractor preference applies
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Bid bond (5%)
- Certificate of responsibility number
- Nonresident contractor state law copy (if applicable)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid bond
- Certificate of responsibility
- Resident state law for nonresident contractors
- Submit to
- City Hall, 71 East Troy St., 1st Floor Purchasing Office, Tupelo, MS or www.tupelomsbids.com
- Scope location
- Tupelo, MS
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Tupelo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Hall, 71 East Troy St., 1st Floor Purchasing Office, Tupelo, MS or www.tupelomsbids.com. For questions, contact John White.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Tupelo in MS, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John White at (662) 840-9063. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid bond (5%), Certificate of responsibility number, Nonresident contractor state law copy (if applicable). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Review of bids and qualifications of bidders; resident contractor preference applies" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tupelo?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Tupelo are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tupelo regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid bond, certificate of responsibility, resident state law for nonresident contractors. Review the full document from City of Tupelo for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tupelo, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.