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The City of Madison, Mississippi, is seeking sealed bids for Forestry Services through a competitive procurement process for a one-year contract period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The procurement specifically targets equipment rentals including Skid Steers and Excavators, each configured with either Flail or Bush Hog attachments. Bidders must submit pricing for four primary equipment configurations, providing hourly rates, base costs, and minimum hours for each equipment type. The bid submission deadline is Friday, November 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with bids accepted electronically through www.centralbidding.com and via hand delivery to the Public Works Department. Evaluation criteria will focus on the most advantageous proposal, with the City reserving the right to accept the lowest and best proposal subject to Mississippi Code Section 317-13 and other applicable state laws. The City maintains the option to reject any or all bids or waive any technicalities in the bidding process.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to use specific bid sheets provided by the City of Madison Public Works Department and must include all transportation costs within their hourly unit pricing. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the bid form requires comprehensive company details and contact information for potential contractors. Bidders can obtain electronic bid documents through Central Bidding and can contact their support at 225-810-4814 for questions about the electronic bidding process. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement is structured to allow flexible pricing across multiple equipment configurations, suggesting potential variability in contract value based on submitted hourly rates and equipment needs. The contract will cover forestry services for the entire 2026 calendar year, indicating a comprehensive municipal infrastructure maintenance approach.