This project primarily consists of paving, drainage and utility improvements located along Smith Street beginning at SR 10 (US 90) and proceeding north to Kelson Avenue (1,030 ft) where a new roundabout will be constructed. Smith Street will be renamed Hospital Drive. New roadway construction begins at the roundabout and proceeds north across 2nd Avenue and 7th Street through the previous Golson School Campus to the intersection with Hospital Drive (900 ft). Paving improvements consist of resurfacing Smith Street from US 90 north to Kelson Avenue, reconstruction of the intersection with Kelson Avenue with a roundabout and new construction to the end of the project at Hospital Drive including earthwork, base work, drainage, curb and gutter and shoulder work. Proposed drainage improvements consist of culvert replacement and concrete drainage structures and the construction of a detention pond. The project also includes clearing/grubbing, demolition, and removal of the existing building, waterline and gravity sewer replacement, pavement markings and roadway signing. The construction cost estimated is $3,800,000. The Owner reserves the right to waive any informality or to reject any or all bids. Each Bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable according to the Department of Treasury Circular 570. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty days after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids. The project includes Federal funding and is subject to Federal labor and wage requirements. Bidders are encouraged to solicit Minority and Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation and provide documentation of such solicitation. Question Deadline 07/19/2024 There will not be a Pre-Bid Conference held for this project. Any questions concerning the bid shall be emailed to genenobles@melvineng.com, Questions received less than five days prior to the date for opening of Bids may not be answered