Pre- Bid Conference: Description: A pre-bid conference may be held prior to bid letting to discuss the Section 3 requirements of the Contract and outline Contractors action steps during the bidding process which are necessary to comply with the current

A pre-bid conference is scheduled in connection with solicitation 171-20260529151927 CCBS, hosted by the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration through its MPTAP agency, to provide bidders with essential guidance on complying with Section 3 requirements of the contract. This meeting is intended to clarify the obligations contractors must meet during the bidding process and outline specific action steps necessary to ensure alignment with federal and state compliance standards. The conference is a critical opportunity for potential bidders to understand expectations and avoid disqualification due to noncompliance. The solicitation was posted on June 26, 2026, with responses due by July 8, 2026, and the contract is associated with a state-level entity in Mississippi, though specific details regarding set-aside status, NAICS code, and place of performance beyond the state are not provided. All interested parties are directed to the official online portal for full solicitation details and procedural instructions.