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Ellisville State School, located in Mississippi's Jefferson County, is soliciting bids for a Master Plumber contract (IFB #3160007360) to provide comprehensive plumbing services. The procurement seeks a qualified professional to perform maintenance and repair of underground and indoor water and sewer infrastructure, including lift stations, sewage treatment equipment, food service equipment, and steam lines. The contract will cover a base period from July 3, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with potential for up to four one-year renewals. Bidders must be master plumbers with documented heavy commercial or institutional experience, providing their own service truck and small tools. The evaluation criteria will focus on the contractor's experience, certifications, and lowest proposal, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Key dates include a bid submission deadline of 9:00 AM CST on May 27, 2025, with bid opening on May 28, 2025, and an anticipated contract start date of July 3, 2025.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The position requires a 40-hour work week with potential availability for weekends, nights, and holidays. Hourly rates will be determined based on the contractor's experience and certifications, with the agency furnishing large equipment while the contractor provides service vehicles and small tools. No specific budget range is explicitly stated in the available documents. The procurement appears to be replacing a previous plumber who resigned effective March 26, 2025. Ellisville State School emphasizes that it is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Interested parties can obtain detailed specifications by contacting Beverly Rogers, the Procurement Officer, through the provided contact information or by accessing the Mississippi State Contract Opportunity website.