Invitation for Sealed Bids – Vertical Turbine Pumping Units (2‑4 units)

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is seeking qualified vendors to supply and install a minimum of two and a maximum of four vertical turbine pumping units, including all associated equipment, installation, and start‑up services. This is a sealed‑bid procurement (IFB) with a single‑year contract term and an option to renew. Bids must be submitted electronically via the state’s MAGIC system or by sealed paper envelope by the deadline. No pre‑bid conference or site visit is scheduled. The agency encourages minority‑ and women‑owned businesses to participate. • Scope: Furnish, deliver, rig, install, and commission 2‑4 vertical turbine pump units (≈3400 gpm, 40 ft head, 50 hp, 480 V). • Delivery: Begin delivery within 16 days of contract award; installation at a location to be determined post‑award. • Timeline: Issue 4 Sep 2026 → Questions due 15 Sep 2026 → Answers posted 16 Sep 2026 → Bid deadline 23 Sep 2026 (2 PM CT) → Award notice 24 Sep 2026 → Contract start post‑approval, 1‑year term. • Submission: Sealed bids via MAGIC portal or paper to 1505 Eastover Drive, Jackson, MS. Must include completed Attachments A‑G, certifications, and acknowledgments. • Evaluation: Lowest responsive and responsible bidder awarded; price must be competitive (no >25 % deviation). • Mandatory requirements: New equipment, warranty/parts availability (same‑day to 2‑3 weeks), on‑site technician within 24 hrs, compliance with state procurement rules. • Contact: John Lee, Procurement Officer (phone (601) 432‑2154, email [email protected]).