112-20250410120546 Desoto

DeSoto County, Mississippi, through its Board of Supervisors, is soliciting sealed bids for an annual contract to supply and haul dirt for the Environmental Services department. The procurement, identified as File No. 25-341-002, will be received until 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Office of Procurement located at 365 Losher Street in Hernando. Bidders have the option to submit proposals physically in sealed envelopes or electronically through www.centralbidding.com. The contract term is one year, with potential renewal options for two additional years contingent upon mutual agreement between the county and the successful vendor. Detailed specifications for the bid are available during normal business hours at the DeSoto County Administration Building and can be accessed online at the county's procurement page (desotocountyms.gov) or through Central Bidding for a nominal fee. The Board of Supervisors retains the right to amend specifications and reject any or all bids, emphasizing the need for bidders to carefully review and comply with all provided documentation.

While the procurement notice does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it does provide comprehensive submission guidelines for potential bidders. Electronic bid submissions can be facilitated through Central Bidding, with technical support available by calling 225-810-4814. The notice will be published in the DeSoto Times Tribune on April 10 and April 17, 2025, ensuring broad public notification of the bidding opportunity. Although specific budget ranges or award values are not detailed in the provided documentation, the annual nature of the contract suggests a recurring procurement for dirt hauling services. Interested vendors should carefully review the complete specifications and be prepared to meet the county's requirements for supplying and hauling dirt for Environmental Services. The Board of Supervisors' reserved rights to modify specifications and selectively award the contract indicate a competitive and potentially flexible procurement process.