2-20260205094447 MSU

Mississippi State University's Office of Procurement and Contracts is soliciting sealed bids for two distinct procurements: BID MSU2025043 for Hardware and Software Maintenance services for an existing DDN ExaScale storage system, and BID MSU2025044 for an Unmanned Aircraft System Bundle. Bids must be submitted in sealed form to the Office of Procurement and Contracts at 405 Garrad Road East, Starkville, Mississippi 39759, with a firm submission deadline of Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The solicitation encompasses both hardware maintenance and software support services for the existing DDN ExaScale storage infrastructure, as well as the provision of a complete unmanned aircraft system bundle; however, specific technical requirements, performance standards, deliverable specifications, and evaluation criteria are not detailed in the notice. Prospective bidders should note that Mississippi State University reserves the right to waive informalities in the bidding process, which may provide some flexibility in submission procedures. The solicitation document does not provide explicit information regarding required qualifications for bidders, specific technical certifications, or detailed evaluation methodologies beyond standard sealed bid procedures.

The solicitation documentation does not identify any specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, women-owned businesses, minority-owned businesses, or other special classifications, nor does it reference incumbent vendors or current contractors for these services. As an institution subject to state procurement regulations, Mississippi State University operates as an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, which typically requires compliance with non-discrimination standards in the procurement process. The notice does not disclose the existing DDN ExaScale storage system's current maintenance provider, integration requirements, or any technical specifications necessary for bidders to assess compatibility with current infrastructure. Additionally, no budget ranges, estimated award values, or contract duration periods are provided in the posted solicitation notice. Interested vendors should contact the Office of Procurement and Contracts directly or review the complete solicitation document (2-20260205094447 MSU.pdf) for comprehensive bid requirements, technical specifications, pricing instructions, and all terms and conditions governing these procurements.