City of Columbus Electric Operations Emergency Generator Material Only Bid 2025
City of ColumbusCity · Columbus, MS- Due
- Nov 4, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2025
- Primary contact
- William D. Gent
- (662) 324-5658
The 30-second brief
The Columbus Light and Water Department is soliciting bids for an emergency generator (material only). Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on November 4, 2025, and require a 25% minority business participation goal.
Electronic or sealed bids in duplicate, PDF format for electronic submissions
25% minority business participation goal
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Summary
The Columbus Light and Water Department is soliciting bids for an emergency generator (material only). Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on November 4, 2025, and require a 25% minority business participation goal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
25% minority business participation goal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Electronic or sealed bids in duplicate, PDF format for electronic submissions
- Submit to
- Columbus Light and Water Department, 420 4th Avenue South, Columbus, MS 39701 or www.centralbidding.com
- Scope location
- Columbus, MS
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Columbus?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Columbus Light and Water Department, 420 4th Avenue South, Columbus, MS 39701 or www.centralbidding.com. For questions, contact William D. Gent.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Columbus in MS, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is William D. Gent at (662) 324-5658. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Electronic or sealed bids in duplicate, PDF format for electronic submissions. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "25% minority business participation goal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Columbus?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Columbus are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Columbus regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Columbus for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbus, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.