1181-25-R-RFQF-00002

The Mississippi Department of Revenue, specifically the Mississippi Alcoholic Beverage Control, is seeking a Request for Quote Formal (RFQF) for a one-time purchase of a comprehensive DUI/Texting Driving Simulator, targeting the jurisdiction of Hinds County. The procurement involves acquiring a driving simulation system with customized impaired driving scenarios, which will be installed in an agency-owned enclosed trailer for use by Enforcement Agents. The simulator must provide a 240-degree field of view, include realistic automotive cockpit features, multiple monitors, and comprehensive training capabilities. Technical requirements mandate specific browser and Java version compatibility, with bidders required to participate through the state's MAGIC procurement portal. The solicitation (ID: 1181-25-R-RFQF-00002) requires vendors to submit detailed pricing for multiple components including the instructor operator system, driving simulator, software and hardware options, content packages, and associated services. Key submission deadlines include a bid response cutoff on May 8, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. Central Standard Time, with a projected contract award date of June 5, 2025. Bidders must be registered with the State of Mississippi and will be required to participate in a reverse auction process after initial qualification.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, vendors must meet specific registration and technical qualifications. The procurement calls for an unlimited use license and requires a minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty, with an optional two-year extended warranty available for purchase. Though a precise budget range is not specified, the contract involves a single simulator unit with pricing to be determined through the reverse auction methodology. The system's comprehensive requirements suggest a sophisticated and potentially significant investment in training technology for alcohol enforcement. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical proficiency, provide detailed pricing structures, and meet the state's stringent technical and operational specifications. The procurement appears focused on acquiring a high-quality, technologically advanced driving simulation system that can effectively train enforcement agents in managing impaired driving scenarios.