Sealed Bid Submission for Public Works Project Due October 14, 2025

The City of Jackson, Mississippi, is issuing a solicitation for sealed bids to purchase a crawler dozer and a compact hydraulic excavator, with the bid deadline set for 3:30 P.M. on October 14, 2025. Bidders must submit their proposals in sealed, signed form to the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, with the bid documents and specifications available online and at the Purchasing Division. The procurement aims to award contracts based on the lowest and best bid, considering price, delivery time, and compliance with specifications, while reserving the right to reject any or all bids or waive informalities. The scope emphasizes adherence to the City’s specifications, and the process incorporates mandatory compliance with the City’s Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Ordinance, requiring bidders to submit a completed EBO Plan Application as a pre-condition for award eligibility. The contractual framework is governed primarily by local ordinances, policies, and statutory requirements rather than standard federal clauses. Key provisions include strict adherence to the City’s specifications, non-discrimination policies, and equal opportunity commitments. Bidders must comply with the EBO Ordinance, which promotes full and equal business opportunities for all vendors, and failure to submit the required EBO documentation will disqualify a bid. The procurement process involves evaluation based on price, compliance, and delivery considerations, with no explicit mention of contract type or performance period. Delivery and inspection terms are not detailed in the available documents, but all equipment must meet the City’s specifications. Supporting documents such as bid specifications, proposal forms, and the EBO Ordinance are accessible through designated city offices, and the process emphasizes transparency, non-discrimination, and fair competition throughout.