43-20250422093008 Gulfport

The City of Gulfport, located in Harrison County, Mississippi, is soliciting sealed bids for Fuel Supply Services through a competitive procurement process. The Request for Sealed Bids (RFB) will be received in the Office of Procurement at 1422 23rd Avenue, Jones Building, 2nd Floor, Gulfport, MS 39501 until 10:00 a.m. local time on May 14, 2025. Bids can be submitted via mail, hand delivery, or electronically through www.gulfportmsbids.com. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, with the City reserving the right to accept or reject any bids or waive any informality. Potential bidders must obtain bid specifications from the website or by emailing jversiga@gulfport-ms.gov, and all questions must be submitted in writing via email. The procurement process prohibits telephonic inquiries, and the successful bidder must comply with the City's non-discrimination policy. Additionally, bidders cannot withdraw their bid within 60 days after the opening date, and direct contact with City employees, GRC Commissioners, Administration, or City Council regarding the proposal is strictly forbidden and will result in disqualification.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. Bidders must adhere to strict communication guidelines, including a prohibition on direct contact with city officials, which suggests a structured and competitive procurement process. The bid is scheduled for publication on April 23, 2025, and April 30, 2025, with invoices and proof of publication to be sent to the Purchasing Department. While the specific budget range or award value is not disclosed in the provided documentation, the competitive bidding process indicates that the City of Gulfport is seeking cost-effective and qualified fuel supply services. Potential vendors should carefully review all bid specifications and ensure compliance with the outlined requirements to be considered for the contract.