Provide Polygraph Examination Services to several MDOC facilities, employees and inmates.
| Location: | Mississippi |
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| Posted: | Jun 10, 2026 |
| Due: | Jul 10, 2026 |
| Agency: | State Government of Mississippi |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | 1551-26-R-IFBD-00009 |
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Procurement Details
| Smart Number | 1551-26-R-IFBD-00009 | Advertised Date | 06/10/2026 12:00 AM |
| RFx # | 3160008090 | Submission Date | 07/10/2026 2:00 PM |
| RFx Status | Open | Major Procurement Category | PERSONNEL SERVICES NON-IT |
| RFx Opening Date | 07/10/2026 2:00 PM | Sub Procurement Category | PERSONNEL SERVICE - NON-TECHNOLOGY |
| RFx Type | Invitation for Bid | ||
| Agency | MS DEPT OF CORRECTIONS | ||
| RFx Description | Provide Polygraph Examination Services to several MDOC facilities, employees and inmates. | ||
Contact Information
| Name | Victoria James | VICTORIA.JAMES@MDOC.STATE.MS.US | |
| Phone | Fax |
RFx Items
| PRODUCT CATEGORY | PRODUCT DESCRIPTION |
| 91878 | Serv ConsutlMedical |
Awarded
| VENDOR NAME | VENDOR NUMBER | AWARD DATE | AWARD AMOUNT | FUNDING SOURCE |
Bid Attachments
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STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
Department of Corrections
BURL CAIN
COMMISSIONER
Invitation for Bids
for
Polygraph Examination Services
RFx# 3160008090
Issued: June 10, 2026
Bids Due: July 10, 2026
Contact Information for this IFB:
Victoria James
301 North Lamar Street
Jackson, Mississippi 39201
Procurement@mdoc.state.ms.us
mdoc.ms.gov
Table of Contents
Section 1. Introduction .................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 Agency Background............................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Purpose of Solicitation ........................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Contacting MDOC During the Procurement Process ............................................................ 3
Section 2. Scope of Work...............................................................................................................4
2.1 Description of the Work Needed by the MDOC ................................................................... 4
2.2 Delivery and Performance Schedule......................................................................................5
2.3 Inspection and Acceptance Requirements ............................................................................. 5
2.4 Modification in Accordance with a Change in Law .............................................................. 5
Section 3. Contract Requirements................................................................................................ 5
3.1 Type of Contract .................................................................................................................... 5
3.2 Order of Precedence...............................................................................................................5
3.3 Contract Controversies .......................................................................................................... 6
3.4 Contract Terms Required by the PPRB OPSCR Rules and Regulations............................... 6
Section 4. Procurement Process....................................................................................................6
4.1 Important Dates in the Procurement Process ......................................................................... 6
4.2 Questions of Potential Bidders............................................................................................... 7
4.3 Amendments to the IFB ......................................................................................................... 7
4.4 Bid Submission Deadline.......................................................................................................7
4.5 Bid Evaluation ....................................................................................................................... 7
4.6 Contract Award ...................................................................................................................... 8
4.7 Right to Reject Bids and/or Cancel Procurement .................................................................. 9
4.8 Reconsideration of the Terms of the Solicitation .................................................................. 9
Section 5. Bid Submission Requirements .................................................................................... 9
5.1 Submission Format ................................................................................................................ 9
5.2 Bid Contents........................................................................................................................... 9
5.3 Public Copy of the Bid...........................................................................................................9
5.4 Bidder Obligations ............................................................................................................... 10
Appendices.................................................................................................................................... 11
Appendix A: Contract Terms and Conditions ........................................................................... 12
Appendix B: Bid Form............................................................................................................... 15
Appendix C: References ............................................................................................................ 16
Appendix D: Certifications and Assurances .............................................................................. 17
Appendix E: Acknowledgement of IFB Amendments .............................................................. 18
Appendix F: Submission of Public Copy of Bid ....................................................................... 19
Section 1. Introduction
1.1 Agency Background
The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) is responsible for the administration and
operation of correctional facilities within the State of Mississippi.
1.2 Purpose of Solicitation
The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) is requesting Bidders to submit quotes for
Polygraph Examination Services at MDOC locations outlined in Section 2.
1.3 Contacting MDOC During the Procurement Process
Unless instructed otherwise, any bidder or potential bidder seeking to communicate with MDOC
about this IFB shall do so in writing by contacting:
MDOC Procurement
procurement@mdoc.state.ms.us
Attn: RFx# 3160008090
1.4 General Requirements for Participation in the Procurement Process
• Procurement Regulations: This IFB shall be governed by the applicable provisions of the
PPRB OPSCR Rules and Regulations, a copy of which is available on the Mississippi
Department of Finance and Administration’s (DFA) website (www.dfa.ms.gov). Any
bidder responding to a solicitation for personal and professional services and any contractor
doing business with a state agency is deemed to be on notice of all requirements therein.
• Good Faith and Ethics: All parties are required to act in good faith at all times during the
processes governed by the PPRB OPSCR Rules and Regulations Section 1.4.1.
• Anti-Competitive Practices Prohibited: Potential bidders are prohibited from engaging
in any practice which reduces or eliminates competition or restrains trade. Potential bidders
are specifically prohibited by federal and Mississippi law from collectively responding to
a solicitation in a manner that controls directly or indirectly the price of the personal or
professional service sought. Mississippi Code Annotated § 75-21-15. By submitting a bid,
a bidder certifies that the price submitted was independently arrived at without collusion.
• Conditional Bids Prohibited: Any bid conditioned upon receiving award of the contract
resulting from this IFB and another contract in Mississippi is not eligible for award.
• Contract Rights: Contract rights do not vest in any party until a contract is legally
executed. MDOC is under no obligation to award a contract following issuance of this
solicitation.
• Property Rights: Property rights do not inure to any bidder until such time as services
have been provided under a legally executed contract. No party responding to this IFB has
a legitimate claim of entitlement to be awarded a contract or to the provision of work
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thereunder. MDOC is under no obligation to award a contract and may terminate a legally
executed contract at any time.
• Expenses Incurred in the Procurement Process: All parties participating in the
procurement process with regard to this solicitation shall bear their own costs of
participation, pursuant to Section 1.4.4 of the Public Procurement Review Board Office of
Personal Service Contract Review Rules and Regulations (PPRB OPSCR Rules and
Regulations).
Section 2. Scope of Work
2.1 Scope of Work
The selected Bidder will conduct polygraph examinations of prospective employees and current
inmates, as requested, at MDOC service locations, using a device or instrument to test or
question individuals regarding administrative and criminal matters. Device(s) or instrument(s)
shall record an individual's cardiovascular pattern, respiratory pattern, and other physiological
changes. The selected Bidder will be responsible for preparing individuals for testing. The
selected Bidder must also complete a written evaluation report and submit it to MDOC by email
within seven (7) business days of completion of the polygraph examination. The selected Bidder
must be licensed and in good standing with the Mississippi Polygraph Examiners Board at the
time the contract is awarded and throughout the Period of Performance.
Service Locations:
MDOC Central Office
301 North Lamar Street
Jackson, MS 39201
Central Mississippi Correctional Facility
3794 MS Hwy 468
Pearl, MS 39208
Mississippi Correctional Institute for Women
3794 MS Hwy 468
Pearl, MS 39208
Delta Correctional Facility
3800 Baldwin Road, CR540
Greenwood, MS 38930
Marshall County Correctional Facility
833 West Street
Holly Springs, MS 38634
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East Mississippi Correctional Facility
10641 US HWY 80 West
Meridian, MS 39307
Wilkinson County Correctional Facility
2999 US HWY 61 North
Woodville, MS 39669
Mississippi State Penitentiary
MS HWY 49 West
Parchman, MS 38738
South Mississippi Correctional Institution
22689 MS HWY 63 North
Leakesville, MS 39451
Walnut Grove Correctional Facility
1650 MS HWY 492
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
2.2 Delivery and Performance Schedule
The selected Bidder must submit a written evaluation report within seven (7) business days of
completion of each polygraph examination.
2.3 Inspection and Acceptance Requirements
Upon evaluation of submitted information, MDOC intends to award a contract to one or more
qualified Bidder(s) offering the lowest and best quote(s).
2.4 Modification in Accordance with a Change in Law
MDOC may require modifications to the scope of work described herein if any applicable law or
regulation is amended during the life of the contract resulting from this IFB. Any pricing for such
an amendment must reflect the competitive pricing submitted in the bidder’s bid. For additional
information, see Section 14.8.2.1 of the PPRB OPSCR Rules and Regulations.
Section 3. Contract Requirements
3.1 Type of Contract
MDOC is seeking to contract with one or more vendors using a fixed price service contract with
reimbursable travel.
3.2 Order of Precedence
The contract terms which the successful bidder will be expected to execute is enclosed herewith
as Appendix A, including all terms and conditions. This IFB and all amendments issued hereto, if
any, and the successful bidder’s bid shall also be incorporated into the contract.
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