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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC) is soliciting sealed bids for a CNC Lathe Machine with Probing System and Turning Center through a competitive procurement process. The bid (No. 26-09-003) is specifically for one (1) CNC lathe machine with comprehensive technical requirements, including mill-spindle capabilities, a 12-position drum turret, and advanced CNC control features. The procurement targets a sophisticated manufacturing equipment solution for the college's technical education program. Bids will be received until 2:00 pm on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the District Purchasing Office located in Harrison Hall, Perkinston, MS 39573-0609. Bidders are required to submit both physical and electronic documents through a central bidding platform, with detailed specifications outlining precise technical parameters such as spindle speeds, positioning capabilities, motor specifications, and control system requirements. The procurement includes additional requirements for comprehensive documentation, potential alternative item submissions, and mandatory provisions for onsite applications support and training.

The bid does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement allows for alternative item submissions, requiring comprehensive documentation for any proposed alternate equipment. Bidders must provide a complete technical package demonstrating compliance with detailed specifications. The procurement includes significant value-added services, including three days of onsite training and a two-year warranty. Delivery and installation are specified as FOB at MGCCC's Gautier Campus, located at 2300 Highway 90, Gautier, MS 39553. While specific budget ranges are not definitively stated, the complex technical requirements suggest a substantial investment in advanced manufacturing equipment. The procurement appears designed to enhance the college's technical education infrastructure with state-of-the-art machining technology, potentially supporting workforce development and technical training programs.