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The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 7076 for the procurement of ambulance chassis located in Jackson, Mississippi. The solicitation seeks three medium duty chassis trucks, specifically two with a 108" cab to axle frame and one with an 84" cab to axle frame, with an optional provision for two additional 84" cab axle frame trucks. Technical specifications include requirements for white cab color, minimum 17,000 lbs GVWR, diesel engine, 4-wheel drive, dual rear wheels, and a high-capacity tow package. Bidders must provide a current manufacturer's published price list and complete proposal documentation. The bid opening is scheduled for May 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with bids accepted electronically or in sealed envelopes. UMMC will evaluate bids using a two-step process focusing on responsiveness and lowest total cost, with a required delivery timeline of 30 calendar days after purchase order issuance. The initial contract term is one year, with UMMC reserving the right to award the contract in whole or part to one or multiple vendors to ensure timely delivery.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation mentioned in the procurement documents. Vendors must register with UMMC's vendor credentialing system (GHX VendorMate) and the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) upon contract award. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves multiple chassis trucks, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation. The bid covers jurisdictions including Hinds County and multiple designations of Jackson City, Mississippi. Interested bidders can obtain bid documents by contacting Kendra Carter and John Shows or by visiting UMMC's Supply Chain/Procurement Opportunities website. The bid advertisement will be published in the Clarion-Ledger newspaper on April 29, 2025, and May 6, 2025, providing potential vendors multiple opportunities to review the solicitation details.