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The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is seeking to procure a Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) with a 3,500-pound lifting capacity through a competitive sealed bid process. The procurement, identified by RFX 3160007474, requires a new, current model track loader specifically designed for brush cutting and mulching operations. The equipment specifications mandate a 95-horsepower liquid-cooled turbo diesel engine, variable speed hydrostatic transmission, high-flow hydraulic system, and an enclosed cab with comprehensive safety features. Bidders must provide detailed technical literature demonstrating full compliance with the specified requirements, including responses to each detailed specification and supporting documentation. The solicitation allows for electronic submission through the MAGIC system or sealed paper competitive bids, with the bid opening scheduled for Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 10:30 am CST, and the final day for questions set for Friday, July 25, 2025, at 10:00 am. The contract will commence upon Commission Approval and extend through August 31, 2026, with potential for up to twelve (12) month extensions, and will accommodate a procurement volume ranging from six (6) to thirty (30) units.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Vendors must be registered in the MAGIC system and comply with the Mississippi Employment Protection Act, which requires participation in the federal E-Verify system for employment eligibility verification. The solicitation will be processed through the State of Mississippi's Master Lease Purchase Program, with the potential for a financial institution to be listed as a lienholder. While no specific performance bond is required, bidders must submit all mandatory documentation, with failure to do so potentially resulting in bid rejection. The Mississippi Transportation Commission reserves the right to request equipment samples, reject bids that do not meet quality standards, or cancel and re-advertise the procurement. The contract will be awarded to the lowest bidder meeting MDOT specifications, with a fixed bid price for the duration of the contract. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement allows for purchasing between six and thirty units, suggesting potential total contract values could vary significantly based on the final number of units acquired.