Plain-language guides to licensing, public bidding and getting paid in Mississippi, written from the statutes, rules and agency pages and linked to them.
Licensing
Mississippi requires a commercial license, called a Certificate of Responsibility, for commercial jobs over $50,000, and its number must appear on bids above that amount.
Reviewed Oct 31, 2026
Bidding
The Mississippi Department of Transportation takes electronic bids through Bid Express at a monthly letting in Jackson. Each proposal needs a 5% bid guaranty.
Reviewed Oct 31, 2026
Payment
Mississippi lien claimants file within 90 days of their last work and must sue within 180 days. Public contracts carry performance and payment bonds.
Reviewed Oct 31, 2026
Procurement
Mississippi state agencies buy through MAGIC, the state's financial and procurement system. Suppliers register online and then bid electronically.
Reviewed Oct 31, 2026
Guides are general information, not legal advice.