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Mississippi State University's Office of Procurement and Contracts has issued Bid 26-12 for the Riley Chiller Replacement project, soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors. The procurement opportunity seeks comprehensive chiller replacement services, with electronic bid submissions required through plans.fm.msstate.edu. The submission deadline is set for Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 2:00 P.M., providing potential bidders approximately one month to prepare and submit their proposals. Interested contractors must download complete project plans and specifications from the specified website and follow the electronic submission instructions. The university has reserved the right to waive informalities in the bidding process, indicating flexibility in evaluating submitted proposals. Bidders should carefully review all project documentation to ensure compliance with technical specifications and submission requirements.

The solicitation emphasizes Mississippi State University's commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action employment practices, suggesting potential preference for disadvantaged or minority-owned enterprises. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, contractors should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with university diversity and inclusion standards. No incumbent vendor information or specific budget ranges were provided in the initial bid documentation. The electronic submission process implies that potential bidders must have robust technological capabilities and familiarity with digital procurement platforms. Interested contractors should thoroughly review all project specifications and ensure they meet the technical and operational requirements for the chiller replacement project before submitting their proposals.