13356-20241226110442 Desoto

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is seeking bids for the purchase and installation of equipment for newly purchased Sheriff's Department vehicles through Bid File No. 25-200-001. This procurement opportunity requires vendors to submit unpriced technical proposals by January 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., either in-person at the Office of Procurement in Hernando, Mississippi, or via electronic submission. Qualified vendors will then participate in an electronic reverse auction scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The primary objective is to equip new vehicles for the county's Sheriff's Department with necessary technological and operational equipment. Specifications and bid procedures are available at no cost through the DeSoto County Board of Supervisors website or the Office of Procurement, with additional bidding documentation accessible through Central Bidding's online platform. Vendors are expected to provide comprehensive equipment installation services, demonstrating technical capability and compliance with county specifications. Electronic bidding assistance will be provided by Central Bidding, with in-person technical support available at the Office of Procurement to help vendors navigate the reverse auction process.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement appears open to any qualified vendor capable of meeting the technical requirements for Sheriff's vehicle equipment installation. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the opportunity suggests a standard county-level procurement for law enforcement vehicle outfitting. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical proficiency through their initial proposal and subsequent participation in the electronic reverse auction. Electronic bidding will be facilitated through Central Bidding's platform, with technical support available via phone (225-810-4814) and in-person assistance at the Office of Procurement. The county reserves the right to amend specifications and potentially extend the auction date, providing flexibility in the procurement process. Interested vendors should carefully review the complete bid documentation and be prepared to meet the technical and operational requirements for equipping Sheriff's Department vehicles.