City of Oxford 2026-016 Temporary Ice Skating Rink for Holly Jolly Holiday Bid
City of OxfordCity · Oxford, MS- Due
- Aug 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
- Duration
- 2 months
- Primary contact
- Garrett Black
- (662) 236-1206
The 30-second brief
The City of Oxford, Mississippi, is soliciting sealed bids for the provision, installation, and maintenance of a temporary 40' x 80' (3,200 sq ft) ice skating rink for the Holly Jolly Holiday event. The rink must be operational from November 9, 2026, until January 5, 2027, at mTrade Park. Bidders must provide a bid bond or certified check for at least 5% of the total bid. Submissions are accepted via hand-delivery, US Mail, or electronic upload to the city's bid portal. The contract will be awarded based on the best-qualified bid subject to approval by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen. Bids are due by 1:00 pm on August 27, 2026.
Provide, Install, And maintain a 40' x 80' ice skating rink
Best-qualified bid
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Summary
The City of Oxford, Mississippi, is soliciting sealed bids for the provision, installation, and maintenance of a temporary 40' x 80' (3,200 sq ft) ice skating rink for the Holly Jolly Holiday event.
The rink must be operational from November 9, 2026, until January 5, 2027, at mTrade Park. Bidders must provide a bid bond or certified check for at least 5% of the total bid. Submissions are accepted via hand-delivery, US Mail, or electronic upload to the city's bid portal. The contract will be awarded based on the best-qualified bid subject to approval by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen. Bids are due by 1:00 pm on August 27, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best-qualified bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Provide
- Install
- Maintain a 40' x 80' ice skating rink
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid bond or certified check (5%)
- Submit to
- 107 Courthouse Square, Oxford, MS 38655 or www.oxfordmsbids.com
- Scope location
- Oxford, MS
- Projected sq ft
- 3,200 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Oxford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 107 Courthouse Square, Oxford, MS 38655 or www.oxfordmsbids.com. For questions, contact Garrett Black.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Oxford 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 Garrett Black at (662) 236-1206. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Provide, Install, And maintain a 40' x 80' ice skating rink. 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: "Best-qualified bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Oxford?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Oxford are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Oxford regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid bond or certified check (5%). Review the full document from City of Oxford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oxford, MS. The total projected area is 3200 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.