1941-26-R-IFBD-00037-V02

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is soliciting bids for an agency contract to supply attenuator parts through Invitation for Bid (IFB) RFX 3160008007. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of traffic safety attenuator and impact cushion products, including TMA systems, QuadGuard units, MASH-compliant assemblies, TAU-II systems, Scorpion trailers, Delta crash cushions, and Sentinel Impact Tracker devices, with both individual component parts and complete assemblies available in various widths and Test Level ratings (TL-2 and TL-3) for different mounting applications on concrete and asphalt installations. Vendors must submit electronic bids through Mississippi's MAGIC (Mississippi's Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration) portal system by Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. CST. Bidders are required to provide unit prices for each listed attenuator part and assembly on the pricing page form, include company information and contact details, and submit all supporting documentation in PDF format. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder(s) that best meet the state's stated criteria and requirements, with contract pricing remaining fixed throughout the contract term. The selected vendor(s) must comply with federal and state regulations, including E-Verify participation requirements, equal employment opportunity mandates, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The contract term extends from commission approval through April 30, 2027, with an optional extension for up to twelve additional months upon written acceptance by both parties, not to exceed twenty-four months total.

Vendors claiming Economically Disadvantaged Veteran (EEV) status may qualify for set-aside benefits and must submit the required EEV Certification form as part of their bid package to substantiate their eligibility and potentially gain competitive advantages under Mississippi's EEV procurement program. All suppliers must register with the State of Mississippi through the MAGIC portal at http://portal.magic.ms.gov and obtain a User ID and password before submitting responses; a completed W-9 form is mandatory before any contract award or purchase order can be issued. The procurement documents do not specify minimum order quantities, incumbent vendors, or exact budget ranges; however, the extensive product list and delivery structure indicate a significant procurement intended to support the state's traffic management and highway safety infrastructure needs on an as-needed basis, delivered F.O.B. statewide to MDOT locations. Payment shall be made electronically within forty-five days of invoice receipt in accordance with Mississippi's timely payment law, with MDOT exempt from state sales and use taxes. All procurement activities are subject to the Mississippi Public Records Act and the Mississippi Accountability and Transparency Act, with standard contract provisions for termination, dispute resolution, and indemnification under Mississippi law.