3372-25-R-RFIN-00013

The state of Mississippi, specifically the East Mississippi State Hospital located in Lauderdale County, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 3372-25-R-RFIN-00013 for waste collection services. The procurement was initiated through a competitive bidding process, with bids opened on April 29, 2025, at 10 AM. Two vendors, WASTE PRO and WASTE MANAGEMENT, submitted responses to the solicitation. The hospital intends to award the contract to WASTE PRO, subject to approval from the Public Procurement Review Board. The procurement involves comprehensive waste collection services for the hospital, with specific requirements detailed in the bid documents. Potential vendors were required to demonstrate capability to provide consistent, reliable waste management solutions. The bid submission deadline was July 1, 2025, with a seven-calendar-day protest period following the notice of intent to award, meaning any protests must be submitted in writing by June 30, 2025.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions mentioned in the available documentation. WASTE PRO has been identified as the recommended vendor for the contract, pending final approval. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly stated in the provided documents, the contract involves waste collection services for the East Mississippi State Hospital. The successful vendor will be authorized to begin work, purchase materials, and enter subcontracts upon contract execution. Follow-up and additional information can be obtained through Andrea M. Davis, the Resource Management Director, whose contact information is provided in the notice. The procurement process includes a potential vendor debriefing, suggesting transparency in the selection methodology. Vendors are expected to meet standard qualifications for waste management services, including appropriate licensing, insurance, and operational capabilities.