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The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration's Office of Purchasing, Travel and Fleet Management is seeking a nonexclusive contract for new and reloaded ammunition through a negotiated bid process (RFx #3130002091). The procurement will serve state agencies, boards, commissions, counties, municipalities, school districts, and other political subdivisions of Mississippi. Vendors must submit detailed product catalogs limited to their top 200 products, with separate spreadsheets for new and reload ammunition, all of which must meet SAAMI standards and undergo 100% visual inspection. Proposals are due electronically by 3pm CST on March 17, 2025, with the contract period running from June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026. Evaluation criteria include product compliance, pricing stability, shipping capabilities, and vendor qualifications. Vendors must maintain $1 million in product liability insurance and comply with all DOT specifications for ammunition transportation.

The solicitation includes provisions to support minority-owned businesses and requires E-Verify compliance for employment eligibility verification. Only one contract will be awarded per brand, though manufacturers may authorize dealers to submit proposals on their behalf. Vendors can modify their contract offerings once annually during a specific October addendum period. Minority and disadvantaged business enterprises are encouraged to participate, with the state providing opportunities for such vendors to be listed on the dealer tracking spreadsheet. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract allows for purchases across various state and local entities, potentially representing a significant market opportunity. Pricing must remain firm for the entire 12-month contract period, with no price increases permitted. Freight and shipping costs are the vendor's responsibility, with all deliveries made F.O.B. Destination, and the state and participating entities are tax-exempt for these purchases.