1941-26-R-IFBD-00013

The Mississippi Transportation Commission (MTC) is soliciting competitive sealed bids for RFX 3160007660, seeking to procure 7 cubic yard dump bodies for 33,000 GVWR 85" CA trucks through the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). The procurement will involve the acquisition of new dump bodies constructed of abrasion-resistant ASTM AR-500 steel, with specific technical requirements including a front-mounted NTEA rated class 70 telescopic hoist, power takeoff for an Allison 3000 RDS Series Automatic Transmission, LED lighting systems, and various accessories like a cab protector and access ladder. The bid packet specifies a contract period from Commission Approval through November 30, 2026, with a minimum purchase of four units and a maximum of thirty-five units. Sealed competitive bids will be received by Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM CST, with the last day for questions being Friday, October 10, 2025. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including technical specifications compliance, manufacturer manuals, service bulletins, and certification of meeting U.S. Department of Labor and Transportation safety standards. The award will be made to the lowest bidder meeting MDOT's transportation specifications and bid requirements.

The procurement opportunity requires bidders to be registered in the MAGIC (Mississippi Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration) procurement portal and comply with the Mississippi Employment Protection Act. Vendors must participate in the E-Verify system and electronically verify employment eligibility for new hires, with potential penalties including contract cancellation and loss of licenses for non-compliance. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification (EEV) certification and provide an EEV Company Identification Number. The contract includes provisions for potential extension up to four additional times, subject to mutual agreement, with pricing to remain consistent throughout the contract duration. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the solicitation allows for purchasing between four and thirty-five dump body units, suggesting a potential contract value that could vary significantly based on the number of units ultimately procured. Delivery will be F.O.B. to the Mississippi Department of Transportation, with bidders required to provide warranty coverage, including manufacturer support for defective components and dealer responsibility for the first 90 calendar days after acceptance.