Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality Professional Emergency Response Services - RFx3160007908 MDEQ-IFB09112026
Mississippi Department of Environmental QualityState · Jackson, MS- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Aveleka Moore
- (601) 359-3538
The 30-second brief
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is seeking sealed bids from qualified organizations to provide professional emergency response and cleanup services for all types of environmental hazards on an as-needed basis throughout the State of Mississippi. The scope includes containment and recovery of spills, environmental sampling, hazardous and non-hazardous materials management, laboratory analysis, neutralization, decontamination, contaminant removal from sunken vessels, waste transport, boom deployment, and excavation of contaminated areas. Materials handled include pollutants, oil, hazardous substances, hazardous waste, biomedical waste, and chemical or biological warfare agents. Contractors must maintain 24/7/365 availability, specific equipment holdings, certified safety professionals, and meet strict prior experience requirements involving DOT hazardous material classifications and commodity transfer operations. The submission deadline is October 12, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CDT, with a pre-bid question deadline of September 25, 2026.
Professional emergency response and cleanup services, Hazardous material handling, Containment, Environmental sampling, Laboratory analysis, Waste disposal, And site remediation
Responsiveness, Minimum Qualifications to be Deemed Responsible, Lowest Overall Price
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Summary
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is seeking sealed bids from qualified organizations to provide professional emergency response and cleanup services for all types of environmental hazards on an as-needed basis throughout the State of Mississippi.
The scope includes containment and recovery of spills, environmental sampling, hazardous and non-hazardous materials management, laboratory analysis, neutralization, decontamination, contaminant removal from sunken vessels, waste transport, boom deployment, and excavation of contaminated areas. Materials handled include pollutants, oil, hazardous substances, hazardous waste, biomedical waste, and chemical or biological warfare agents. Contractors must maintain 24/7/365 availability, specific equipment holdings, certified safety professionals, and meet strict prior experience requirements involving DOT hazardous material classifications and commodity transfer operations. The submission deadline is October 12, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CDT, with a pre-bid question deadline of September 25, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Responsiveness
- Minimum Qualifications to be Deemed Responsible
- Lowest Overall Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Professional emergency response and cleanup services
- Hazardous material handling
- Containment
- Environmental sampling
- Laboratory analysis
- Waste disposal
- Site remediation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Form/Rate Sheet
- List of Prior Experience
- MBE/WBE Solicitation Form
- Certification of Available Equipment
- Certification of Corporate Health and Safety Program
- Bidder's Statement of Compliance
- Certificate of MS First Initiative Commitment
- Bid Bond
REQUIRED STAFFING
12- Submit to
- https://sus.magic.ms.gov/sap/bc/webdynpro/sapsrm/wda_e_suco_sreg?sap-client=100# or Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, 700 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39202
- Scope location
- Jackson, MS
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 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: https://sus.magic.ms.gov/sap/bc/webdynpro/sapsrm/wda_e_suco_sreg?sap-client=100# or Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, 700 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39202. For questions, contact Aveleka Moore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality 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 IFB 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 Aveleka Moore at (601) 359-3538. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Recovery Technician, Foreman, Equipment Operator, Supervisor, Health & Safety Operator, Professional Positions (Chemist, Geologist, etc.), Health & Safety Professional, Response Manager, Senior Response Manager, Transportation and Disposal Coordinator, Traffic Control Flagger, Traffic Control Superv. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Professional emergency response and cleanup services, Hazardous material handling, Containment, Environmental sampling, Laboratory analysis, Waste disposal, And site remediation. 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: "Responsiveness, Minimum Qualifications to be Deemed Responsible, Lowest Overall Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality?
All active and historical solicitations from Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 Form/Rate Sheet, List of Prior Experience, MBE/WBE Solicitation Form, Certification of Available Equipment, Certification of Corporate Health and Safety Program, Bidder's Statement of Compliance,. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jackson, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.