176-20250324115502 DFA

The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 2025-02 to establish a Preapproved Vendor List (PVL) for Emergency Disaster Debris Removal Services across nine geographic regions of the state. The procurement seeks qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive debris removal services, including collection, transportation, processing, and disposal of vegetative debris, construction and demolition materials, hazardous waste, white goods, and electronic waste. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to mobilize quickly, providing services within 24 hours of a Notice to Proceed, and deliver detailed documentation compliant with federal and state regulations. The solicitation requires vendors to meet specific insurance and bonding requirements, with potential FEMA reimbursement eligibility. Bids are due by May 12, 2025, at 5:00 pm CDT, with an anticipated Notice of Intent to Award scheduled for June 20, 2025. The Preapproved Vendor List will be effective from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2030, allowing vendors to enter new contracts during this period.

Vendors can bid on one or multiple regions but are prohibited from being awarded both debris removal and monitoring services in the same region. While the solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, it requires vendors to demonstrate comprehensive operational capabilities and financial stability. The contract appears to be open to qualified private sector debris removal companies with proven emergency response capabilities. Specific financial requirements include substantial insurance coverage and bonding capacity, which may limit participation to more established firms. Although the exact budget range is not specified, the multi-year, multi-region contract suggests significant potential revenue opportunities for selected vendors. The procurement covers emergency debris removal services for cities and counties throughout Mississippi, indicating a potentially extensive and complex service requirement with robust vendor qualifications necessary for successful participation.