175-20250616094257 Diamondhead

The City of Diamondhead in Hancock County, Mississippi, is conducting a procurement process for a new 4-wheel drive backhoe through an unpriced technical proposal solicitation. The procurement seeks vendors to submit technical specifications electronically via www.diamondheadbids.com, with unpriced proposals due by 2:00 P.M. local time on July 9, 2025. Potential vendors must submit specification response forms by July 8, 2025, and those meeting required specifications will be invited to participate in an Electronic Reverse Auction scheduled for July 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The city reserves the right to extend the auction date if necessary to complete the pre-qualification process. Evaluation criteria will focus on vendors' ability to meet the city's technical specifications, responsiveness, and alignment with the municipality's operational needs for a backhoe. Bidders are advised that they cannot withdraw their bid within 90 days after the opening, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest and most responsive bidder that meets or exceeds the city's specified requirements while staying within available funding.

The solicitation emphasizes a commitment to equal opportunity, explicitly stating that disadvantaged and women's business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. The procurement process appears to be open to a wide range of vendors, with no specific restrictions on business size or type beyond meeting the technical specifications for the backhoe. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the available documentation, the procurement suggests the city has allocated funds for this equipment acquisition. The city retains significant discretion in the procurement process, including the right to reject any or all bids and waive any informalities in the bidding process. The Electronic Reverse Auction format indicates a competitive procurement approach designed to secure the most advantageous pricing and technical specifications for the city's needed equipment.