9250-24-R-IFBD-00044

This state and local contract opportunity is a bid solicitation issued by Mississippi State University (MSU-SMART) for the purchase of 32 ft, 35 ft, and 40 ft heavy-duty, low-floor design transit buses. The buses will be used by MSU-SMART and other eligible agencies in Mississippi and Alabama. MSU-SMART intends to initially purchase 3 buses, with the contract effective through December 31, 2029. Sealed bids must be received by June 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. CST. The buses must meet detailed technical specifications including dimensions, weight, ground clearances, service life, maintainability, emissions, and other performance requirements. The bid proposal form includes unit prices for the different bus sizes as well as optional features. Pricing for additional warranties, diagnostics software/hardware, and training are also requested. The contract will be awarded to a single bidder, and the successful bidder must agree to extend the same terms to other public entities in the United States.

This contract opportunity is not designated as a set-aside for any particular type of organization. The solicitation does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The budget range for this procurement is not explicitly stated, but the initial purchase of 3 buses suggests a significant contract value. Interested bidders should carefully review the detailed technical specifications and submission requirements to ensure their proposals meet all the necessary criteria.