1451-26-R-RFQF-00002

The Mississippi Forestry Commission is seeking to procure a mobile command center trailer through a Request for Qualifying Quotes (RFQF) with the solicitation number 1451-26-R-RFQF-00002. The procurement covers a single mobile command center trailer with specific dimensional requirements of 8.5 feet wide, 24 feet long, and a 7-7.5 foot interior height. The trailer is intended for wildfire response situations and must meet comprehensive specifications including frame construction, axle requirements, roof design, exterior finishes, door and window configurations, insulation, cabinetry, climate control, generator capabilities, electrical and plumbing systems, furnishings, and safety features. Vendors can submit responses electronically through the MAGIC e-procurement system or via sealed envelope to the Mississippi Forestry Commission office in Pearl, Mississippi. The submission deadline is 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 20, 2025, with the competitive procurement process including a reverse auction component. The procurement will be advertised on September 26, 2025, and October 3, 2025, with potential bidders able to obtain additional information through the MAGIC Bid Portal or by contacting specified commission representatives.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The Mississippi Forestry Commission reserves the right to reject any bids and modify or cancel the invitation for bids, with accepted bid prices required to remain firm for the contract term. Pricing terms include the state receiving the benefit of any price decreases exceeding 5%. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the procurement is for a single mobile command center trailer to be delivered within 6 months of bid acceptance. Potential bidders must comply with state procurement regulations, including provisions related to taxes and bidder eligibility. Vendors interested in participating must register through the MAGIC portal, with assistance available from the MAGIC Help Desk at (601) 359-1343. The RFx number for this procurement is 3140004403, and interested parties can contact Rebekah Olander (rolander@mfc.ms.gov, 601-359-2830) or Miranda Burns (mburns@mfc.ms.gov, 601-359-2806) for additional information.