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The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is conducting a Request for Quotes-Formal (RFQF) Reverse Auction for the Mississippi Public Health Laboratory (MPHL) to procure 200 reusable refrigerated clinical specimen shippers. These specialized shippers must maintain a temperature range of 2C to 8C for a minimum of 65 hours, utilize phase change material (PCM) without requiring a buffer, and meet specific technical requirements including Biological Substance Category B Packaging Drop Test standards. The exterior dimensions of the shippers must not exceed 12" W x 12" D x 12" H. Bidders are required to be registered in the MAGIC electronic procurement system and must provide comprehensive documentation confirming compliance with regulatory standards and sanitation protocols. The submission deadline is 5:00 AM CST on August 28, 2025, with the anticipated reverse auction scheduled for Wednesday, September 28, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM CST. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responder as determined by the agency, with no automatic award guaranteed. Bidders must demonstrate their ability to meet the precise specifications outlined in the RFQ document.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The state is exempt from federal excise taxes and state and local sales taxes, and payment terms allow for invoices to be paid within 45 days without penalty. While the specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for 200 clinical specimen shippers, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The RFQ emphasizes the critical nature of the shippers for safe and reliable transport of biological and clinical specimens, indicating the importance of precise technical compliance. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements. Interested bidders must carefully review the technical specifications and ensure their proposed shippers meet the stringent requirements of the Mississippi Public Health Laboratory. The reverse auction format suggests the state is seeking competitive pricing while maintaining high-quality technical standards for these specialized medical transport containers.