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Jackson State University's Office of Purchasing and Travel is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of five Positron 60VAWD heavy-duty electric three-wheel vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with foldable aluminum frames, full suspension, high-performance 3-wheel electric drive systems, and 1470Wh quick-swap lithium-ion batteries with chargers. Each unit includes all-wheel hydraulic disc brakes, comprehensive lighting systems featuring dual headlights, tail lights, brake lights, turn signals, five ultra-bright dual color emergency flashing lights, beep horns, 3-tone police sirens, gear bags, phone holders, USB chargers, rear view mirrors, and reflective security lettering. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Office of Purchasing and Travel at H.P. Jacobs Administration Tower, 4th Floor, 1400 John R. Lynch Street, Jackson, Mississippi by March 10, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CST, either in person, by mail, or electronically through the Mississippi Department of Finance MAGIC portal. Written inquiries regarding the bid must be submitted by February 20, 2026, with responses posted by February 25, 2026. Bidders must specify unit cost, total cost, delivery timeline, number of days the offer remains firm, and submit pricing on a FOB Destination basis without federal excise taxes or state sales/use taxes. Award decisions will be based on the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with an Intent to Award anticipated on March 24, 2026 and MAGIC approval submission expected by March 31, 2026. The contact for all bid-related questions is Kimberly R. Harris at kimberly.r.harris@jsums.edu or 601-979-0978.

All vendors responding to this procurement must comply with Mississippi purchasing regulations, Equal Employment Opportunity provisions under Executive Order 11246, and various standard contract conditions including inspection rights, liability requirements, and performance guarantees. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are noted in the procurement documents. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed. Jackson State University is exempt from federal excise taxes and state sales or use taxes, and all quoted prices must remain firm for the contract term, with JSU receiving the benefit of any price decrease exceeding five percent. Payment will be made within 45 days of receipt of goods and an uncontested invoice. While a specific budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation, the contract obligation is conditioned upon the appropriation of funds by the Mississippi State Legislature, and if total costs exceed $500,000, the award will require MAGIC approval.