10455-20250109161544 Gulfport

The City of Gulfport, located in Harrison County, Mississippi, is conducting a multi-step procurement process to acquire ten (10) Police Dodge Chargers through an Electronic Reverse Auction methodology. The procurement follows Mississippi Code 31-7-13 and House Bill 1109, with a structured two-phase approach. In Phase One, vendors are required to submit un-priced technical proposals detailing vehicle specifications and qualifications by January 22, 2025, before 10:00 AM local time, either at the Hardy Building or electronically via www.gulfportmsbids.com. Technical proposals will be evaluated based on pre-determined criteria to determine vendor eligibility. Qualified bidders will then progress to Phase Two, a Reverse Auction scheduled for January 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM, where final pricing will be determined. The technical proposal must comprehensively demonstrate the vendor's ability to meet the city's specific requirements for police vehicle procurement, including detailed specifications for the Dodge Chargers.

The procurement opportunity includes provisions for equal opportunity and minority business enterprise participation. PH Bidding Group (662-407-0195) will provide support for the electronic submittal and reverse auction process. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement is for ten police vehicles, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids and can extend auction dates if necessary. Vendors must carefully review all requirements and be prepared to meet the technical specifications and procedural guidelines outlined in the solicitation. Minority-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises are encouraged to participate, though specific set-aside percentages are not detailed in the provided documentation. The procurement process is designed to ensure competitive pricing while maintaining high standards for police vehicle quality and performance.