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The Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of sixty-two (62) 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPV), identified as Bid #3140004350. The solicitation seeks a one-time acquisition of police vehicles in two specific color configurations: 50 units in Carbonized Gray Metallic and 12 units in Agate Black Metallic. The vehicles must meet detailed specifications, including an all-wheel drive 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine, 100-watt siren/speaker prep kit, LED headlamps, and various police-specific equipment and safety features. The bid is scheduled for submission on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. Central Standard Time, with a reverse auction planned for October 7, 2025, between 10:00 A.M. and 10:20 A.M. CST. The anticipated intent to award is set for October 21, 2025, with a submission deadline for approval in the Mississippi's Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration (MAGIC) by October 28, 2025.

Bidders must be registered with the State of Mississippi and can submit quotes electronically through MAGIC or in person. The procurement emphasizes statewide distribution capabilities, requiring contractors to maintain adequate stock for prompt delivery. Pricing will remain firm for the contract term, with the state benefiting from any price decreases exceeding five percent. Vehicles will be delivered to the Mississippi Highway Department of Public, with F.O.B. destination freight prepaid by the successful bidder, during normal business hours between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. central time. While the RFQ does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements, bidders must comply with state registration protocols. The documentation does not specify an exact award value, but the procurement involves 62 police vehicles, suggesting a significant investment in law enforcement transportation infrastructure. Contractors will need to demonstrate the ability to meet precise vehicle specifications and delivery requirements to be considered for the contract.