Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference for Upcoming Procurement October 21, 2025

The contract pertains to a procurement process managed by the Starkville office of Mississippi, with a solicitation titled "Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference for Upcoming Procurement" scheduled for October 21, 2025. The event is a mandatory pre-bid conference set to begin at 1:00 p.m. at 636 Starkville Road, Houston, MS 38851, and is a critical step for all interested bidders to attend in order to participate in the subsequent bidding process. The solicitation number associated with this procurement is 3170033974, and the contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000. The response deadline for submitting bids is November 4, 2025. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 541519, indicating a focus on other computer related services, and is organized under the State and Local Government Education (SLED) sector. Supporting documentation indicates that this procurement is connected to a broader effort involving the Chickasaw County School District, which issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Category 1 & Category 2 E-Rate products and services, funded through the E-Rate program. The bid submission deadline for that initiative is November 4, 2025, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for October 21, 2025, at the same location. Bidders are advised that bids can be submitted either physically or electronically via Central Bidding, and the district retains the right to accept or reject any bids received. The overall process emphasizes transparency and compliance, with key dates and instructions clearly outlined to ensure proper participation in this significant procurement activity.