1130-25-R-NBID-00005

The State of Mississippi, through the Department of Finance and Administration's Office of Purchasing, Travel and Fleet Management, is seeking proposals for a comprehensive incontinence care products contract. The procurement encompasses a wide range of products including briefs, diapers, guards, pads, liners, underpads, wipes, cleansers, moisturizers, skin protectants, and odor eliminators. Vendors must submit electronic proposals through the state's e-procurement system by December 16, 2024, at 3:00 PM CST, with the contract term running from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. Key requirements include maintaining current registration in the state's e-procurement system, submitting a signed proposal letter, and completing a detailed price list spreadsheet with discounts off manufacturer's suggested retail prices. The state prefers direct contracts with manufacturers who can maintain a list of authorized distributors. Evaluation criteria emphasize compliance with proposal guidelines, competitive pricing, and the ability to provide statewide distribution capabilities.

The contract appears open to both manufacturers and authorized distributors, with a preference for direct manufacturer participation. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly detailed, the attached dealer list indicates some minority vendor classifications. Vendors must comply with E-Verify requirements and are permitted one annual contract modification request during a designated July 1-15 addendum period. Pricing must remain firm for the initial 12-month contract period, with no price increases allowed. Vendors are responsible for all freight and shipping costs. Although specific contract value ranges are not provided, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant statewide contract for incontinence care products. Interested vendors should carefully review the detailed proposal format guidelines, price list instructions, and general contract conditions to ensure full compliance with the state's procurement requirements.