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The Jackson County Utility Authority (JCUA) is soliciting un-priced bid proposals for a portable bypass pump through a two-step procurement process. The procurement will occur through electronic bid submission or sealed envelope, with un-priced technical proposals due by 10:00 A.M. on March 17, 2025. Qualified bidders will then be invited to participate in a reverse auction scheduled for March 25, 2025, from 10:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Vendors must submit comprehensive technical proposals demonstrating compliance with the Authority's detailed specifications, which can be obtained from the JCUA office or downloaded from www.centralbidding.com. The evaluation process will initially focus on technical capabilities and conformance to specifications, with subsequent price considerations during the reverse auction phase. The Authority will ultimately select the lowest and best bid in accordance with Section 31-7-13 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, reserving the right to reject any submissions or waive informalities in the bidding process.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications for the portable bypass pump. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the document indicates the procurement is for a specific equipment acquisition rather than a service contract. The precise budget range or award value is not disclosed in the available documentation. The procurement is specifically located in Pascagoula, Mississippi, within Jasper County, suggesting potential local vendor preferences or regional economic considerations. The JCUA reserves comprehensive discretion in the procurement process, including the ability to amend specifications and select the most advantageous bid based on technical merit and pricing submitted during the reverse auction.