University of Southern Mississippi - Aquaculture Visitor Center Elevator R&R - IFB #9280-27-R-IFBD-00018 / 3160008322 (2026)
University Of Southern MississippiHigher Ed · Hattiesburg, MS- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Deidre Edwards
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking sealed bids for the Aquaculture Visitor Center Elevator R&R project, identified as Project #RL2605 and RFx #3160008322. Sealed bids will be received electronically via MAGIC or physically received by the USM Physical Plant Division until 12:00 P.M., local time, on Friday, November 6, 2026. Bids may be hand delivered to the USM Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL) Physical Plant located at 127 McIlwain Dr., Ocean Springs, MS, or mailed to 703 East Beach Drive, Ocean Springs, MS 39564 to the attention of Lucas Applewhite. Bid documents are available via hard copy or CD at www.eleyguildhardyprojects.com.
Aquaculture Center Elevator R&R
SUMMARY
The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking sealed bids for the Aquaculture Visitor Center Elevator R&R project, identified as Project #RL2605 and RFx #3160008322.
Sealed bids will be received electronically via MAGIC or physically received by the USM Physical Plant Division until 12:00 P.M., local time, on Friday, November 6, 2026. Bids may be hand delivered to the USM Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL) Physical Plant located at 127 McIlwain Dr., Ocean Springs, MS, or mailed to 703 East Beach Drive, Ocean Springs, MS 39564 to the attention of Lucas Applewhite. Bid documents are available via hard copy or CD at www.eleyguildhardyprojects.com.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Aquaculture Center Elevator R&R
- Submit to
- https://www.ms.gov/dfa/contract_bid_search/Bid/Details/46714
- Scope location
- Ocean Springs, MS
- Reported agency
- University of Southern Mississippi
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from University Of Southern Mississippi?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.ms.gov/dfa/contract_bid_search/Bid/Details/46714. For questions, contact Deidre Edwards.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including University Of Southern Mississippi 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 Deidre Edwards. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Aquaculture Center Elevator R&R. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ocean Springs, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.