1941-26-R-IFBD-00035

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of certified bituminous materials on an as-needed basis through RFX3160007998. The contract will run from July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with materials to be delivered F.O.B. statewide to MDOT locations in accordance with approved plans and specifications. Bidders must submit sealed proposals that include unit prices and total project costs for certified bituminous materials as specified in the bid schedule, with pricing pages establishing rate structures effective for the six-month contract period. The solicitation requires bidders to demonstrate financial capability and past performance history with similar certified bituminous supply contracts to be deemed responsive and responsible. Key submission deadlines include the last day for questions on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, and the bid opening scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 10:30 AM CST. The contract price for certified bituminous materials will remain fixed throughout the contract term and any extensions, with payment made electronically in U.S. currency within forty-five days of invoice receipt in accordance with Mississippi law.

The bid packet does not specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged or minority-owned business enterprises, though the procurement regulations may include such provisions where applicable under state or local procurement requirements. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. Vendors must maintain accurate supplier records and participate through Mississippi's MAGIC (Mississippi's Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration) portal system, with all required W-9 forms submitted in PDF format prior to contract award. The MDOT and Mississippi Transportation Commission are exempt from state sales and use taxes, while vendors are responsible for all other applicable taxes and must determine local taxing liabilities. The contract is conditioned upon appropriation of funds by the Mississippi Legislature or receipt of state and federal funds, with the MTC reserving the right to terminate the agreement without penalty if anticipated funds are not forthcoming or insufficient. No specific award value or budget range is detailed in the available documentation.