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Mississippi State University's Office of Procurement & Contracts is soliciting bids for a plot combine through Invitation for Bids #24-105/RFX #3160007029, specifically seeking one self-propelled plot combine designed for rice and soybean research. The procurement requires a machine with a TIER 5 final engine delivering minimum 125 horsepower, featuring a cab enclosure, 4x4 capabilities, HARVESTMASTER H2 Classic GrainGage system, and a 2.0-meter grain table. Bidders must submit two separate proposals: one without trade-in offers and another including trade-in values for two existing plot combines (a 2017 Zurn 150 with 420 engine hours and a 2008 Kincaid 8XP with 1,457 engine hours). Bid submissions are permitted electronically through portal.magic.ms.gov or via sealed envelopes, with a strict deadline of December 18, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. All bids must be FOB Destination, and vendors must demonstrate local parts availability and ensure no more than 7 belts that can be sourced locally.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendors are directly mentioned, and no specific budget range or award value is provided in the documentation. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications for the plot combine. The trade-in component offers potential added value for vendors willing to accept the existing equipment as part of the transaction. While no precise evaluation criteria are detailed, the bid requirements suggest a focus on technical compliance, equipment specifications, and potential trade-in value. The procurement appears designed to replace aging research equipment with a modern, high-performance plot combine that meets Mississippi State University's agricultural research needs.