1450-26-R-RFQF-00002

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) has issued a Request for Quote Formal (RFQF) for solicitation number 1450-26-R-RFQF-00002, seeking a contractor to furnish and install two floating docks capable of supporting Silver Ships AM700 watercraft. The procurement will be conducted through a reverse auction process, with bids due on October 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via the MAGIC system or through paper submission, with the contract period running from the date of signing until June 30, 2026. Minimum qualifications for bidders include prior experience in floating dock installation and providing at least one reference project. The evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsible bidder who meets all specified requirements. Potential bidders must be registered in the MAGIC system, provide proof of insurance with specified coverage amounts, and certify they are not currently debarred from bidding.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders will compete in a reverse auction format at MDMR's location in Biloxi, Mississippi, with options for both electronic and in-person (surrogate) bidding. While no specific funding source requirements are detailed, the contract stipulates that the total bid price must include all associated costs with no additional fees. The procurement does not mention incumbent vendors or specify existing infrastructure requirements for integration. Although a precise budget range is not provided, the solicitation indicates the contract will be awarded based on the most competitive pricing that meets the technical specifications for two floating dock installations. Interested contractors can obtain detailed specifications and bid documents from the MDMR Procurement Office or through the Mississippi Procurement Portal, with the procurement director Rick Kinnard available for inquiries at (228) 523-4147.