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The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is seeking sealed bids for the Purchase and Installation of Livestock Panels, Gates & Equipment for the DeSoto County Agri-Ed Center, with Bid File No: 25-510-001. The procurement involves comprehensive livestock infrastructure and related equipment, requiring potential bidders to submit detailed technical proposals that meet precise specifications. Bids will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, with submission options including sealed physical delivery to the Office of Procurement at 365 Losher Street, Suite 340, Hernando, Mississippi, or electronic submission through www.centralbidding.com. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, April 08, 2025, at 11:30 a.m., providing potential vendors an opportunity to review project requirements and ask clarifying questions. Interested bidders must register on the DeSoto County Board of Supervisors' website or download the bid package from the county website or Central Bidding platform, with potential additional fees for document access.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting an open competitive bidding process. Potential bidders can obtain additional information by contacting Central Bidding at 225-810-4814 for questions related to the electronic bidding process. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive informalities, and amend specifications as necessary, which provides flexibility in the procurement process. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the procurement involves equipment and installation for an agricultural education center, which typically suggests a moderate to significant investment. The bid will be published in the DeSoto Times Tribune on March 27 and April 3, 2025, ensuring broad visibility for potential vendors interested in this livestock infrastructure project.