Purchase of 12 Low Ground Pressure Bulldozers with Drag Type Fire Plow and Winch for FY2025

The Mississippi Forestry Commission is planning to purchase up to 12 Bulldozers designed for low ground pressure operation, specifically the Bulldozers Environmental Cab Crawler Tractor with a blade, minimum 104 net horsepower, equipped with a drag type fire plow and a winch mounted on the blade. These units are intended for use in FY2025 and are part of a solicitation process that was posted on September 19, 2024, with a response deadline of October 17, 2024. The procurement falls under NAICS code 333120, which pertains to construction machinery manufacturing, and the contract value is estimated to range between 2.4 million and 3.6 million dollars. The contract aims to support the Mississippi Forestry Commission’s operational needs, likely related to forest management and fire suppression activities, given the inclusion of fire plows and winches. The solicitation is open to potential vendors, and interested parties can contact Rebekah Olander via email or phone for further details. The procurement process emphasizes acquiring durable, specialized bulldozers suitable for challenging ground conditions, ensuring the agency’s capacity to effectively manage forestry and fire-related tasks in Mississippi.