Mississippi State University New Electric Powered Forklift IFB - MSU2026103
Mississippi State UniversityHigher Ed · Mississippi State, MS- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
Mississippi State University's Office of Procurement Services is soliciting bids for one new electric-powered forklift for the Advanced Composites Institute. The equipment must meet specific technical requirements including a 10,000 lb lift capacity and a 5-year battery warranty. Bids are due by September 9, 2026.
Manufacturer and model info, Technical specifications, Compliance statement, Warranty information, Delivery schedule, Mississippi service support information, Pricing, Written certification of environmental compliance, Battery safety documentation, SDS
Compliance, cost, warranty coverage, service support, delivery schedule, and vendor experience
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Summary
Mississippi State University's Office of Procurement Services is soliciting bids for one new electric-powered forklift for the Advanced Composites Institute.
The equipment must meet specific technical requirements including a 10,000 lb lift capacity and a 5-year battery warranty. Bids are due by September 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Compliance
- Cost
- Warranty coverage
- Service support
- Delivery schedule
- Vendor experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Manufacturer and model info
- Technical specifications
- Compliance statement
- Warranty information
- Delivery schedule
- Mississippi service support information
- Pricing
- Written certification of environmental compliance
- Battery safety documentation
- SDS
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Standard Contract Addendum
- Submit to
- 405 Garrard Road E, Starkville, MS 39759
- Scope location
- Mississippi State, MS
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Mississippi State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 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: 405 Garrard Road E, Starkville, MS 39759.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Manufacturer and model info, Technical specifications, Compliance statement, Warranty information, Delivery schedule, Mississippi service support information, Pricing, Written certification of environmental compliance, Battery safety documentation, SDS. 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: "Compliance, cost, warranty coverage, service support, delivery schedule, and vendor experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mississippi State University?
All active and historical solicitations from Mississippi State University are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Mississippi State University 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 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: Standard Contract Addendum. 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: Mississippi State, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.