10455-20241106112122 Gulfport

The City of Gulfport, located in Harrison County, Mississippi, is soliciting sealed bids for a comprehensive term contract covering multiple material groups critical to municipal infrastructure and maintenance. The procurement encompasses a diverse range of supplies including Sundry Road Materials, Concrete Pipe, Hot Bituminous Pavement, Ready Mix Concrete, Ductile and Cast-Iron Grates and Frames, Water & Sewer Line Supplies, Sewage Control Panels and Pumps, Chlorine, Street-Marking Signs, and Fencing. Bids will be received until 10:00 am on December 2, 2024, at the Office of Procurement located at 1410 24th Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501, with bids to be opened and read aloud immediately thereafter. Electronic bid packages are available, and bidders must strictly comply with provided specifications. The City reserves the right to accept bids by individual item or group and will award to the "lowest and best" bid submitted, indicating a comprehensive evaluation approach that considers both price and quality.

The procurement explicitly encourages participation from Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (MBWBEs), providing potential opportunities for diverse vendors. Bidders are subject to strict communication restrictions, with direct contact with City employees, Commissioners, or Council members resulting in automatic disqualification. The successful bidder must adhere to the City's non-discrimination policy, ensuring fair and equitable business practices. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, the breadth of material groups suggests a substantial and potentially multi-year contract covering critical municipal infrastructure needs. The comprehensive nature of the solicitation indicates the City seeks reliable, qualified vendors capable of supporting ongoing municipal infrastructure maintenance and development across multiple supply categories.