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The Warren County Board of Supervisors is conducting a procurement for a new mini-excavator for the Warren County Road Department, seeking priced technical proposals from licensed heavy equipment dealers. The solicitation, identified as Bid File Number 2024-1104, requires the procurement of a new, latest improved model mini-excavator in current production. Proposing vendors must be licensed heavy equipment dealers by the Mississippi Department of Revenue and must provide comprehensive specifications including guaranteed buy-back provisions for 5 years/5,000 hours. The evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess proposal compliance, technical specifications, vendor experience and resources, the county's prior experience with the bidder/manufacturer, warranty and maintenance services, and the guaranteed buy-back offer. Key submission details include an electronic or paper proposal deadline of March 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. CST, with proposals to be submitted to the Warren County Purchasing Department located at 913 Jackson St, Vicksburg, MS 39183.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders can obtain the complete specification package through the Central Bidding website or by picking up documentation at no charge from the Warren County Purchasing Department. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, the procurement is focused on acquiring a mini-excavator for county road department operations. The requirement for licensed heavy equipment dealers suggests a competitive bidding environment among qualified vendors. The comprehensive evaluation process, which includes assessment of vendor experience, technical compliance, and guaranteed buy-back provisions, indicates the county's intent to select a high-quality equipment provider that can demonstrate long-term value and reliability for the Warren County Road Department's operational needs.