9250-25-R-IFBD-00006

This state and local contracting opportunity is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Office of Procurement & Contracts at Mississippi State University for the purchase of a 34 ft boat. The IFB provides detailed specifications for the boat, including dimensions, engine and performance details, standard features, and optional equipment. The boat is described as a 34 ft catamaran hull with twin engines, power steering, and a center console layout. Key features include a freshwater tank with washdown, in-deck fish boxes, livewell system, and an integrated T-top system. Bidders are required to provide unit pricing and total pricing for the boat. The bid opening is scheduled for September 17, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., and bidders can submit their bids either electronically through the Mississippi procurement portal or in a sealed envelope. The contract resulting from this IFB must comply with Mississippi State University's Standard Contract Addendum.

The IFB does not mention any set-asides, incumbents, or specific funding sources. However, the boat could have federal grant funding, so it must comply with the Buy American Act. There is no information provided about award values or budget ranges for this procurement.