1711-26-R-IFBD-00004

The State of Mississippi is soliciting competitive bids for the purchase of approximately 200 KA-Band radars through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number 3160007863, with solicitation number 1711-26-R-IFBD-00004. The solicitation was posted on February 10, 2026, with a proposal submission deadline of March 4, 2026. Qualified vendors must submit complete proposals demonstrating their capability to deliver the requested KA-Band radar units in the specified quantity while meeting all performance and technical specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. Bidders are expected to address technical specifications, delivery schedules, warranty requirements, and pricing in their proposals, with selection based on best value to the state considering both cost competitiveness and organizational qualifications. The procurement office will coordinate any site visits, pre-bid conferences, or clarification meetings as outlined in the solicitation documents. Vendors should be prepared to meet all requirements related to equipment delivery, installation, and post-delivery support as specified in the contract terms.

The State of Mississippi procurement may include applicable set-asides for small businesses, historically underutilized businesses, or other preferred vendors as determined by state policy, though specific set-aside designations are not detailed in the available solicitation summary. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the provided documentation. The acquisition is funded through the State of Mississippi's budget allocation with specific appropriations identified for this procurement, though the exact award value or budget range is not disclosed in the summary materials. Prospective bidders should contact the procurement office for additional details regarding any business enterprise set-asides, technical specification requirements, and the complete evaluation methodology that will be applied to determine contract award.