1941-26-R-IFBD-00042

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is seeking vendors to supply glass beads for road and bridge construction through Request for Proposal (RFX) No. 3160007467. The procurement specifically targets Type 4 Glass Beads and Coated Beads for Maintenance Use, with two line items: up to 44,000 lbs and equal to/more than 44,000 lbs. Deliveries will be made to all MDOT locations in Mississippi between 7:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, with vendors required to package beads in moisture-proof bags of at least 5-ply construction, containing 50 lbs per bag. All glass beads must undergo testing by MDOT's Central Laboratory, and vendors must comply with the 2017 Edition of Mississippi Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction. The contract period will run from Commission Approval through June 30, 2026, with potential extensions up to twelve months. Key deadlines include the last day for questions on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, and the bid opening on Monday, July 28, 2025, at 10:30 AM CST. Award will be made based on the lowest and best three bids per line item meeting MDOT specifications.

Vendors must be registered in the Mississippi Administrative and Management Information Core (MAGIC) procurement system and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification (EEV) Certification, which requires participation in the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program. The solicitation allows for cooperative purchasing, enabling other governmental entities to potentially utilize the contract pricing. Potential vendors will need to provide comprehensive documentation, including Attachment C (EEV Certification and Agreement), and demonstrate compliance with state and federal employment verification regulations. Non-compliance could result in significant penalties, including contract cancellation, loss of business licenses, and potential criminal prosecution. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a substantial volume of glass beads with potential for multi-agency utilization. The contract includes provisions for potential vendor fines ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for violations, in addition to possible federal law penalties.