7-20250623085255 Jackson

The City of Jackson, Mississippi, through its Department of Public Works, Infrastructure Division, is seeking bids for the procurement of a Small Asphalt Paver (Bid #75530-071525), specifically targeting a new rubber-tire asphalt paver machine designed for street infrastructure maintenance. The solicitation requires a small asphalt paver with precise specifications, including a 12' 8" transport length, 8' 6" width, Kubota turbocharged diesel engine, and paving capabilities up to 15' wide and 6" deep. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals that meet detailed technical requirements covering engine specifications, hopper capacities, operator controls, hydraulic systems, and both standard and optional equipment. The bid is scheduled to be opened on July 15, 2025, at 3:30 PM Central Daylight Time, with submission options including electronic submission through Central Bidding or hardcopy delivery to the City Clerk's Office. Proposals must remain valid for 90 days after opening, with delivery expected within 30 days of the purchase order, and the equipment must be manufactured in the USA by an ISO 9001 Certified manufacturer.

The City of Jackson has implemented a robust Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan that mandates specific participation goals for minority and female-owned businesses across procurement categories. The EBO requires prime contractors to make maximum efforts to include historically underutilized firms, with established participation percentages for various minority groups, including 12.41% for African American-owned businesses in construction and 4.89% for female-owned businesses. Bidders must complete a comprehensive EBO Plan Application, providing detailed company information and demonstrating commitment to engaging minority and female business enterprises as subcontractors, suppliers, or joint venture partners. Failure to comply with the EBO ordinance may result in disqualification from contract consideration. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single small asphalt paver, suggesting a focused, equipment-specific investment. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids and maintains discretion in determining an offeror's responsibility based on factors such as public policy compliance, past performance, fiscal responsibility, and technical resources.