1941-26-R-IFBD-00002-V01

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is conducting a competitive sealed bid solicitation for the procurement of a 66,000 lb. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) truck tractor with a 115" cab-to-trailer (CT) configuration. The bid, identified as RFX 3160007475, seeks to acquire two potential options: a 12-speed automated manual transmission truck tractor and a 10-speed manual transmission truck tractor, both designed for on-road and off-road operations. The procurement allows for a minimum of zero and a maximum of 20 units, with all equipment required to be new, current make and model, and produced within the last three years. The bid requires comprehensive documentation, including detailed compliance literature, specifications, employment eligibility verification, and contract terms acknowledgment. Key dates include the bid response deadline of Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 10:30 AM CST, with the last day for questions being Friday, July 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST. The contract will initially run from Commission Approval through August 31, 2026, with the potential for up to four 12-month extensions, not exceeding a total of 60 months. Evaluation criteria focus on the lowest bid per line item that meets MDOT's stringent technical specifications, with the potential for bid rejection if mandatory submission requirements are not met.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. However, the bid includes an Employment Eligibility Verification (EEV) Certification requirement, mandating vendors to comply with the Mississippi Employment Protection Act and federal work authorization programs. Vendors must electronically verify information about newly hired employees and risk potential penalties, including contract cancellation, license revocation, and possible felony prosecution for non-compliance. The procurement allows for cooperative purchasing by other governmental entities, expanding the potential market beyond MDOT. While specific budget ranges are not directly stated, the solicitation indicates flexibility in unit procurement, with a maximum potential purchase of 20 units. The bid emphasizes comprehensive technical requirements, including specific engine specifications (12.8-liter, 470-horsepower diesel), transmission options, and detailed equipment specifications. Successful vendors must provide factory-trained dealer representatives for inspection and operational information upon delivery, with warranty coverage for materials and components for a specified period.