1464-26-R-IFBD-00010-V01

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB 3160008045) for the procurement of boat registration decals in a quantity range of 115,000 to 200,000 units. The decals must measure 3" x 3.5" and be manufactured with either clear laminate/UV permanent adhesive or white film/vinyl with permanent adhesive, featuring orange clip art as specified. All pricing submissions must be comprehensive and inclusive of equipment, materials, insurance, overhead, profit, transportation, labor, licenses, permits, and all other associated costs. Bids will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that meets all specifications and requirements. The bid submission deadline is May 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, with bids to be submitted in either sealed envelope format or electronically through the State of Mississippi's MAGIC system in original format plus two copies. The anticipated notice of award is May 21, 2026, followed by a protest deadline of May 28, 2026. Delivery must commence within 30 days of contract execution to 1505 Eastover Drive, Jackson, Mississippi 39211, with the contract performance period running from May 26, 2026, through May 25, 2027, and the state holding an option to renew for up to four additional years. Bids that are substantially higher than competitors by more than 25 percent will be deemed non-responsive and rejected.

Minority and women-owned businesses are actively encouraged to participate in this procurement opportunity. Vendors must either be registered to do business in Mississippi at the time of bid submission or commit to registering within seven business days following award notification. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks reserves discretionary authority to waive minor defects or variations in bids that do not impact price, quality, quantity, delivery, or performance. No pre-bid conference, tour, or site visit has been scheduled for this procurement. While no specific incumbent vendor or budget range is detailed in the procurement documents, this represents a statewide contract opportunity for an essential recurring supply item critical to state boating registration and regulatory compliance operations.