Mississippi State University - IDEELab Metal Mobile Training Unit - 2026
Mississippi State UniversityHigher Ed · Mississippi State, MS- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
Mississippi State University seeks proposals for a minimum 49-foot educational trailer with four electric flush slide-out sections for K-12 outreach across state MAPDDs. The trailer requires electrical and spatial capacity for eight hands-on demonstration stations including casting, CNC machining, composites, robotics, injection molding, additive manufacturing, quality control, and laser engraving, accommodating at least 24 students and two instructors. Structural requirements include a heavy-duty I-beam frame with three 8,000 lb axles, six-point hydraulic leveling system, three-ton HVAC system with two interior heads, and a 12kW diesel generator with a 40-gallon fuel cell. Submission is due by September 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM at 75 BS Hood Dr, Mississippi State, MS.
Minimum 49-foot educational trailer, Four electric flush slide-out sections, Eight hands-on demonstration stations equipment, Heavy-duty I-beam frame, Three 8, 000 lb axles, Six-point hydraulic leveling system, Three-ton HVAC system with two interior heads, 12kW diesel generator with a 40-gallon fuel cell
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Summary
Mississippi State University seeks proposals for a minimum 49-foot educational trailer with four electric flush slide-out sections for K-12 outreach across state MAPDDs.
The trailer requires electrical and spatial capacity for eight hands-on demonstration stations including casting, CNC machining, composites, robotics, injection molding, additive manufacturing, quality control, and laser engraving, accommodating at least 24 students and two instructors. Structural requirements include a heavy-duty I-beam frame with three 8,000 lb axles, six-point hydraulic leveling system, three-ton HVAC system with two interior heads, and a 12kW diesel generator with a 40-gallon fuel cell. Submission is due by September 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM at 75 BS Hood Dr, Mississippi State, MS.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Minimum 49-foot educational trailer
- Four electric flush slide-out sections
- Eight hands-on demonstration stations equipment
- Heavy-duty I-beam frame
- Three 8
- 000 lb axles
- Six-point hydraulic leveling system
- Three-ton HVAC system with two interior heads
- 12kW diesel generator with a 40-gallon fuel cell
- Submit to
- 75 BS Hood Dr PO Box 9556, Mississippi State, MS, 39762
- Scope location
- Oktibbeha, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mississippi State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 75 BS Hood Dr PO Box 9556, Mississippi State, MS, 39762.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mississippi State University 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 RFP 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Minimum 49-foot educational trailer, Four electric flush slide-out sections, Eight hands-on demonstration stations equipment, Heavy-duty I-beam frame, Three 8, 000 lb axles, Six-point hydraulic leveling system, Three-ton HVAC system with two interior heads, 12kW diesel generator with a 40-gallon fue. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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 Mississippi State University for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oktibbeha, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.