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Tippah County, through the Simpson County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi, is seeking to procure one (1) new 2025 or newer Refuse Transport Semi-Dual Axle, Live Floor, 48' Trailer through a two-step procurement process. The procurement involves a written sealed bid submittal form for specifications and warranties due on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., followed by an electronic reverse auction on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. via www.centralbidding.com. The trailer specifications require detailed technical requirements including box design, aluminum skin, landing gear, live floor, specific door configuration, brake systems, suspension, axle details, tires, and wheels. Bidders must complete Attachment A, providing make and model information, warranty details (3 years), service center location, bid price guarantee (6 months), and delivery timeline (75 days). The final bid approval is scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025, during the Simpson County Board of Supervisors Meeting, with the county reserving the right to accept the lowest and best bid.

The procurement opportunity appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must register with Central Bidding and accept their agreement to participate in the auction, with no exceptions allowed. Interested vendors can contact Central Bidding at 225-810-4814 or the County Administrator at 601-847-1418 for additional information. No specific budget range or award value was explicitly stated in the documentation. The bid proposal packets can be obtained from Central Bidding or the Simpson County Board of Supervisors' Purchasing Clerk, and no bid may be withdrawn for 30 days after submission. The reverse auction is the only legal bidding method for this purchase as set by Mississippi State Law, which emphasizes a competitive and transparent procurement process.