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The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is seeking to procure one to ten new articulated/telescopic platform truck-mounted vehicles with a 54-foot working height through a competitive sealed bid process. The RFX 3160007533 solicitation requires a specialized utility vehicle with specific technical specifications, including a truck with a minimum GVWR of 19,500 lbs, powered by a 6.0L V8 turbo diesel engine, and a utility body meeting detailed configuration requirements. Bidders must provide a NEW vehicle produced within the last three years that complies with ANSI 92.2 regulations, OSHA standards, and Department of Transportation Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The bid opening is scheduled for Monday, August 25, 2025, at 10:30 AM CST, with the last day for questions also being Monday, August 25, 2025. Evaluation will be based on the lowest bid meeting MDOT's comprehensive technical specifications, with the Mississippi Transportation Commission reserving the right to reject any bid that does not meet the intent of the proposal or demonstrate acceptable quality of workmanship.

The procurement allows for potential cooperative purchase extensions to other governmental entities, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises explicitly mentioned in the documentation. Vendors must be registered in the MAGIC (Mississippi Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration) procurement system and comply with the Mississippi Employment Protection Act, including participation in the E-Verify Program. The contract will be valid from Commission Approval through September 30, 2026, with the option to extend for up to twelve additional months, not exceeding a total of sixty months. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the solicitation anticipates purchasing between one and ten units. Vendors must provide comprehensive warranty provisions, with the delivering dealer responsible for the first 90 days and the manufacturer required to offer warranty service locations within Mississippi. Additional compliance requirements include submitting technical manuals, service bulletins, and certification documentation demonstrating full adherence to state and federal regulations.