REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) Relocatable Classroom Portables for North Bay Elementary

Location:	Mississippi
Posted:	Apr 22, 2026
Due:	May 12, 2026
Agency:	State Government of Mississippi
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	54 - Prefabricated Structures and Scaffolding
Solicitation No:	49-20260403095519 BPSD
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Biloxi Public School District

160 St. Peter Street

Biloxi, MS 39530

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

Relocatable Classroom Portables for North Bay Elementary

The Board of Trustees of the Biloxi Public School District (hereafter referred to as “BPSD”) is soliciting

sealed Requests for Proposals (RFP) from qualified vendors (hereafter referred to as “Vendor”) for the

purchase of 8 relocatable classroom portables for North Bay Elementary. Proposals are to include

removal and haul away of four existing modular classrooms on property, preparation, delivery and

installation of new units as included in specifications herein. Sealed bids will be received at 160 St. Peter

Street, Biloxi, MS 39530 and electronically at centralbidding.com on or before 2:00 PM CST on Tuesday,

May 12, 2026. Proposals and specification responses will be opened and evaluated.

Copies of this RFP and, if any, subsequent addenda as well as detailed specifications, communications,

updates, and other relevant information can be found on our website:

https://www.biloxischools.net/69136_2.

Interested parties shall submit a sealed bid proposal, clearly labeled with the words “CLASSROOM

PORTABLES-NORTH BAY” and the envelope should include the bidder’s Company Name, Company

Address and all applicable state and local license and registration numbers of the bidder (e.g. Certificate

of Responsibility). The fully-completed RFP with original signatures by an authorized representative must be

received on or before May 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM, CST in one of the following ways:

Physical Submission

Electronic Submission

Submission Deadline

Sealed proposal clearly marked www.centralbidding.com – For

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

“CLASSROOM PORTABLES-

any questions relating to the

2:00 PM CST

NORTH BAY” to:

Biloxi Public School District

Purchasing Dept

Attn: Shane Switzer

160 St. Peter Street

Biloxi, MS 39530

electronic bidding process,

please call Central Bidding at

228-810-4814.

Proposals received after the

stated deadline will be deemed

invalid and will not be considered.

The responsibility of timely

delivery or proposals rests solely

with the vendor.

Proposals or alterations by fax, phone or email WILL NOT be accepted. Envelopes not marked will remain

sealed. It is the sole responsibility of the respondents to ensure their responses arrive in a timely manner.

Late arrivals will be rejected. The Biloxi Public School District is not responsible for delays of any

commercial carrier or delays incurred by the respondents.

I. GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Purpose

The Biloxi Public School District (BPSD) is soliciting sealed Requests for Proposals (RFP) from

qualified vendors (hereafter referred to as “Vendor”) for the purchase of 8 relocatable classroom

portables for North Bay Elementary. Proposals are to include removal and haul away of four

existing modular classrooms on property, preparation, delivery and installation of new units as

included in specifications herein.

Schedule of Events:

Event

Release of RFP

Newspaper Publish Dates

Site Visits (If Needed)

Proposals Due and Opening of Proposals

Recommendation to School Board

Desired Start/Completion Date

Date(s)

April 8, 2026

April 8, 2026 and April 15, 2026

April 20-24, 2026

May 12, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CST

May 19, 2026

ASAP

Inquiries

Correspondence and inquiries regarding this RFP must be done via email as follows:

Regarding setting up site visit

Chris Macmillan – Maintenance Director

Chris.macmillan@biloxischools.net 228-326-4982

Regarding specifications of bid,

bidding process or timeline

Shane Switzer – CFO/Business Manager

Shane.switzer@biloxischools.net

Jennifer Gibson – Purchasing Director

Jennifer.gibson@biloxischools.net

If a vendor does not receive a response within 24 hours, it is the responsibility of the vendor to call the

BPSD Office at 228-374-1810 to confirm that the email was received. Leave a message if necessary.

Walkthrough

Vendors interested in submitting a bid have the option to schedule an on-site walkthrough on the

campus of North Bay Elementary, 1825 Popp’s Ferry Road, Biloxi, MS 39532. Site visits may be

scheduled with Chris Macmillan, by calling 228-326-4982. Site visits may be scheduled between

April 20-24, 2026.

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Addenda

Any addenda issued after the issue of the RFP shall be covered in the proposal and in closing a contract

they shall become part thereof. If any questions arise with the RFP documents, proposers may submit to

the BPSD a written request for interpretation. Interpretation, if any, of documents will be made by

addendum to the RFP. Copies of any addendum will be posted on the website:

https://www.biloxischools.net/69136_2. Vendors should check the site on a regular basis for addenda

and/or communication regarding this RFP. The BPSD will not be responsible for any other explanation

and/or interpretations. Vendor shall acknowledge the receipt of all addendums which were issued during

the course of this RFP.

Withdrawal of Proposal

Proposals cannot be withdrawn after submission, unless a vendor makes a request, in writing, to the Biloxi

Public School District prior to the deadline for submitting proposals. The Biloxi Public School District will

not accept proposals submitted after the submission deadline.

Waivers

The Biloxi Public School District reserves the right to waive any formality and to reject any or all proposals

in whole or part.

If the Biloxi Public School District is closed for any reason, including but not limited to: acts of God, strikes,

lockouts, riots, acts of war, epidemics, governmental regulations superimposed after the fact, fire

earthquakes, floods or other natural disasters (the “Force Majeure Events”), which closure prevents the

opening of proposals at the advertised date and time, all proposals received shall be publicly opened and

read aloud on the next business day that the agency shall be open and at the previously advertised time.

The new date and time of the proposal opening, as determined in accordance with this paragraph, shall not

be advertised, and all offerors, upon submission of a proposal, shall be deemed to have knowledge of and

shall have agreed to the provisions of this paragraph. Proposals shall be received by Biloxi Public School

District until the new date and time of the proposal opening as set forth herein. The BPSD shall not be held

responsible for the receipt of any proposals for which the delivery was attempted and failed due to the

closure of the district offices as a result of a Force Majeure Event. Each offeror shall be required to ensure

the delivery and receipt of its proposal by the BPSD prior to the new date and time of the proposal opening.

Governing Law

All RFPs and related documents submitted to the Biloxi Public School District by the vendor(s) are

governed under the laws of the state of Mississippi. Vendor(s) and its employee(s), representative(s),

and/or subcontractor(s) agree(s) to abide by all applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws, rules, and

regulations. An agreement resulting from this solicitation shall be governed by and construed in

accordance with the laws of the state of Mississippi. Venue for any and all legal action regarding or arising

out of transactions covered herein shall be solely in Harrison County, State of Mississippi.

Reserved Rights

The Biloxi Public School District reserves the right to:

● Give full and proper consideration to the service, reputation, product knowledge, and experience of

all companies presenting bids, and to disqualify any such vendor it deems unqualified to provide

the service(s) requested.

● Reject any and all bids for any reason.

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● Accept any alternative proposal believed to be in the best interest of the district.

● Waive any technicality.

Biloxi Public School District Regulations

Vendor(s) and their representative(s) shall follow all applicable school district policies and regulations

while on the Biloxi Public School District property. No work shall interfere with school activities or

environment unless the principal or person in charge gives permission. Vendors are prohibited from

contacting or lobbying members of the school board, school district administrators, school district

employees, school district contractors, or school district consultants. Failure to conform will be grounds

for disqualification of the vendor.

Insurance

The vendor must provide a current copy of their company’s Certificate of Insurance with Workers

Compensation and General Liability Coverage. BPSD requires coverage for not less than $1,000,000.

BPSD must be listed as an insurer under the coverage provided. It is imperative that this insurance is

maintained throughout the duration of the contract. This coverage must be submitted and kept on file with

BPSD.

Pricing and Payment

Payment terms will be agreed upon after awarding the contract. For example, terms could be such as 25%

deposit upon board approval of signed contract, 60% at delivery and 15% after punch list completed. Bid

pricing to hold for 45 days from receipt of bid until issuance of purchase order.

Basis of Award

The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder meeting specifications, price, and

other factors considered. The award of a contract for any proposal is contingent upon the approval of the

vendor by the Biloxi Public School District Board of Trustees. The contract awarded under this RFP is

contingent upon the availability of funds to the Biloxi Public School District for this project. In the event

funds are not available, any contract resulting from this RFP will become null and void immediately.

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II. PROPOSAL – GENERAL PROVISIONS

Introduction

The Board of Trustees of the Biloxi Public School District (hereinafter referred to as "BPSD is soliciting

formal bid proposals from qualified vendors (hereinafter referred to as "Vendor" or "Contractor” for the

purchase and installation of eight (8) manufactured modular relocatable classrooms (hereinafter referred

to as "Portables"), as per these specifications. It is the intent of these specifications to fully comply with

the minimum specifications for relocatable classrooms as adopted by the Mississippi State Department of

Education, Division of School Building and Transportation ("State"), as revised May 18, 1990 and effective

July 1, 1990. In order for any bid to be considered, Vendor must be currently approved (at the time the bid

proposal is submitted) by the State as an approved Vendor for the sale of Portables in the state of

Mississippi.

Quantity of Portables to Be Purchased

Eight (8) relocatable classrooms (either in single units or double units) shall be delivered to and installed at

North Bay Elementary School – 1825 Popp’s Ferry Road, Biloxi, MS 39532.

Site Visitation by Vendor and Subcontractor(s)

The Vendor and all subcontractors are strongly encouraged to visit the site receiving Portables to

familiarize themselves with existing working conditions. Failure to visit each site shall not relieve the

Vendor or any subcontractor of the responsibility of making changes required by conditions encountered

on the site.

III. SCOPE AND SPECIFICATIONS

Removal of Four (4) Existing Portable Buildings

Remove and haul away of four existing portables at North Bay Elementary School (see map in Appendix A).

Prior to removal of existing buildings, the Biloxi Public School District will disconnect all utilities to existing

buildings and will provide:

• Removal of decks, steps, ramps and awnings

• Removal of some skirting to access utilities

• Removal of mini split units

• Removal of chain link fence for access only

• See map of existing portables in Appendix A and photos in Appendix B.

Delivery, Site Preparation and Installation of New Portable Buildings

Install eight (8) new, air-conditioned portable classrooms (either as 8 single units or 4 double units).

Portable classrooms must be new and cannot be used, refabricated or refurbished. The units must

comply with the minimum specifications for relocatable classrooms as adopted by the Mississippi State

Department of Education, Division of School Building and Transportation (“State”), as revised May 18,

1990 and effective July 1, 1990. In order for any bid to be considered, Vendor must be currently approved

(at the time the bid proposal is submitted) by the State as an approved Vendor for the sale of Portables in

the state of Mississippi.

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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Smart Number	49-20260403095519 BPSD	Advertised Date	04/22/2026 5:00 PM
RFx #	3170035594	Submission Date	05/12/2026 2:00 PM
RFx Status	Open	Major Procurement Category	CONSTRUCTION
RFx Opening Date	N/A	Sub Procurement Category	CONSTRUCTION - FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
RFx Type	MDA - RFx
Agency	MPTAP
RFx Description	The Board of Trustees of the Biloxi Public School District (hereafter referred to as BPSD) is soliciting sealed Requests for Proposals (RFP) from qualified vendors (hereafter referred to as Vendor) for the purchase of 8 relocatable classroom portables for North Bay Elementary. Proposals are to include removal and haul away of four existing modular classrooms on property, preparation, delivery and installation of new units as included in specifications herein. Sealed bids will be received at 160 St. Peter Street, Biloxi, MS 39530 and electronically at centralbidding.com on or before 2:00 PM CST on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Proposals and specification responses will be opened and evaluated.

PRODUCT CATEGORY	PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
15538	Cnstr Shed/Field Off

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) Relocatable Classroom Portables for North Bay Elementary

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