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The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) is soliciting bids for the procurement of one (1) used articulated front-end loader for the Artificial Reef Bureau, with the procurement identified by Solicitation Number 3140004240. The specific requirements include a front-end loader with a 215-250 horsepower engine, 3.8-5.8 cubic yard bucket capacity, and electronic powershift transmission. Key deliverables include a loader with a maximum of 2,500 operating hours, capable of moving artificial reef materials at the staging facility. The bid is scheduled for a reverse auction on July 23, 2025, with initial bid submissions due by July 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Bidders must submit sealed bids through hand delivery, mail to the Procurement Director Rick Kinnard at 1141 Bayview Avenue, Biloxi, MS 39530, or via the Mississippi Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration (MAGIC) Portal. The contract term is one year from the date of signing, with the contractor required to deliver the loader by June 30, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with the MDMR reserving the right to reject any or all bids.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations. The project is funded through the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act and requires a three-year or 4,000-hour warranty covering hydraulics and powertrain components. Bidders must be registered in the MAGIC system and comply with federal and state regulations. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement is specifically for Harrison County and the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. The bid documents do not specify a precise budget range, but the specifications suggest the loader will be a significant capital investment for the Artificial Reef Bureau. Potential bidders should carefully review all technical specifications and be prepared to meet the comprehensive requirements outlined in the solicitation documents, including the detailed mechanical and operational specifications for the used front-end loader.