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Mississippi State University's Office of Procurement and Contracts is soliciting sealed bids for tissue and paper towels through Bid 25-59, with submissions due on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. The procurement opportunity is specifically for Montgomery County (FIPS Code 28097) and requires vendors to mail their bids to 245 Barr Avenue, 610 McArthur Hall, Mississippi State, MS 39762. While the precise quantities and detailed specifications of the tissue and paper towels are not explicitly outlined in the available documentation, the bid represents a standard procurement process for university supply needs. The university reserves the right to waive informalities in the bidding process, suggesting flexibility in evaluation. Potential bidders should carefully review all submission requirements and ensure timely delivery of their sealed bid packages before the June 17, 2025 deadline.

The bid solicitation emphasizes Mississippi State University's commitment to being an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, which implies potential preference for diverse or disadvantaged business enterprises. No specific set-aside designations or explicit restrictions on bidder qualifications are detailed in the provided documentation. The procurement appears to be an open competitive bidding process accessible to qualified vendors capable of supplying the specified tissue and paper towel products. While no specific budget range or award value is mentioned, the procurement seems structured as a standard institutional supply contract. The university's procurement approach suggests a commitment to fair and transparent vendor selection, with an emphasis on obtaining competitive pricing and quality products for institutional use.