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The Lamar County Board of Education in Mississippi is conducting a procurement for a comprehensive weapons detection system through a sealed proposal and reverse auction process. The district seeks to acquire 14 OpenGate Weapons Detection Systems, which include specific hardware components such as 56 18-volt batteries, 14 dual battery chargers, 14 stabilizing base plates with arms, 7 encapsulated test devices, and 5 Metrassens towers. Proposals must be submitted by January 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with submission options including mail to the Lamar County School District in Purvis, MS, or electronic submission through www.centralbidding.com. A reverse auction is scheduled for February 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The procurement requires vendors to provide training for hardware and software setup and system use, with all equipment to be delivered to the Department of Public Safety in Hattiesburg, MS. Vendors must provide unit pricing for a single system, with the district estimating deployment across 6 schools. All proposed equipment must be new, current model, and include a manufacturer's standard support warranty of at least two years.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Vendors are required to either fully comply with all specifications or submit clearly documented exceptions in a redlined terms and conditions document. The contract will be valid for 12 months with potential voluntary extension options. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the comprehensive system includes multiple components suggesting a significant investment. The district reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and conduct negotiations as deemed appropriate. Invoicing requirements are strict, mandating that all invoices reference delivery ticket number, delivery date, purchase order number, quantity, unit price, and delivery point. The procurement is being conducted in compliance with Section 31-7-13 of the Mississippi Code, indicating adherence to state procurement regulations. Final delivery of all equipment will be to the Department of Public Safety, with the ultimate goal of enhancing security infrastructure across Lamar County school facilities.