1464-25-R-IFBD-00002

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is seeking sealed bids for up to two (2) compact track loaders through a competitive bidding process in Calhoun County. The solicitation, identified as RFX #3160006749, requires vendors to provide detailed technical specifications for the equipment, including requirements for engine performance, powertrain capabilities, hydraulic systems, operator station design, and overall serviceability. Bids are due by August 21, 2024, at 3:00 PM CT, with the anticipated contract award on the same day. The contract term is scheduled to run from September 5, 2024, to September 4, 2025, with no renewal options. Bidders must be registered in the state's procurement system and submit electronic bids through the MAGIC Portal, which experienced a scheduled maintenance update that shifted the original bid opening date to September 4, 2024. The agency will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, taking into consideration the comprehensive pricing that must include all associated costs such as equipment, materials, insurance, overhead, profit, transportation, labor, licenses, and permits.

The procurement opportunity encourages participation from minority and women-owned businesses (MBE/WBE), with the agency demonstrating a commitment to inclusive contracting practices. Bidders must be currently registered to do business in Mississippi and cannot be debarred from state contracts. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the solicitation is for up to two compact track loaders, suggesting potential flexibility in procurement scale. The agency reserves the right to waive minor irregularities and reject bids that are substantially higher than competing proposals. No pre-bid conference or site visit is required for this procurement, and potential vendors must carefully review all documentation, including Addendum #2, which modified the original bid submission timeline. Electronic bid submissions are the only accepted method, emphasizing the state's preference for digital procurement processes.