1301-26-R-IFBD-00038

The Mississippi State Department of Health has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB-3160007781) soliciting sealed bids from qualified providers for the installation, monitoring, and annual inspection of security alarm systems at the Warren County Health Department facility. The comprehensive services include 24/7 central station monitoring compliant with Electronic Security Association (ESA) standards, monthly cellular monitoring, routine and emergency maintenance, and responsive customer support. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience in similar services, possess valid professional licenses and certifications, and provide audited financial statements. The contract evaluation will be based on a cost formula, with the lowest bid receiving maximum points across four line items: installation costs (including equipment meeting ANSI/SIA CP-01 Standards), annual customer service support costs, annual monthly cellular monitoring costs, and annual 24/7 monitoring costs. Key deadlines include a bid submission deadline of January 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CST, with questions and clarifications due by December 15, 2025. A site inspection is available by contacting Project Manager Kimberly Carr, and the contract is tentatively scheduled to begin February 6, 2026, and continue through June 30, 2030.

The solicitation does not specify specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must obtain general liability insurance and workers' compensation insurance prior to performance, maintain professional credentials, and comply with Mississippi employment verification requirements and ethics laws. The contract includes provisions for potential one-year renewals up to a maximum of five years total, maintaining the original pricing, terms, and conditions. A performance bond equal to 100 percent of the total contract price will be required of the successful offeror. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services suggests a substantial contract value covering installation, monitoring, and maintenance over the four-and-a-half-year performance period. The Mississippi State Department of Health reserves the right to waive minor bid irregularities, reject any bid, and terminate the contract for convenience or default, providing flexibility in the procurement process.