Purchase of a Used 1971 or Newer Cessna 172M Aircraft, Bid File #70

NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Holmes Community College will receive sealed un-priced bid proposals for the
purchase of a "Used 1971 or Newer Cessna 172M Aircraft, Bid File #70" until
10:00 a.m. CST on Thursday, April 16, 2026. This equipment will provide hands-
on flight training for students pursuing a career path in aviation. All submissions
must be on file with the College prior to the opening time stated above. Proposals
may be submitted by sealed envelope to Holmes Community College, Purchasing
Department, 9216 Highway 14, Goodman, MS 39079, or by electronic bid
submission at www.centralbidding.com. All submissions will be evaluated and
qualified vendors with compliant proposals will receive an invitation to participate
in the reverse auction process.
Bidding will be held by ELECTRONIC REVERSE AUCTION on Thursday,
April 23, 2026, commencing at 10:00 a.m. and ending at 10:30 a.m. CST. Vendors
can register at www.centralauctionhouse.com/registration.php.
Bidders may download official documents from Central Bidding at
www.centralbidding.com. Any questions regarding this bid proposal should be
directed to the Purchasing Office of the Goodman Campus at 662-472-9079. Any
questions regarding the specifications should be directed to Dr. Jim Haffey at
601-259-8997. For any questions relating to the electronic bid and reverse auction
process, please contact Central Bidding at 1-225-810-4814.
Holmes Community College reserves the right to extend the auction date if
necessary to complete the pre-qualification process or amend the specifications.
Holmes Community College reserves the right to reject any or all bids submitted,
and to waive any and all informalities.
Dates of Publication
Holmes County Herald: March 26, 2026 & April 2, 2026
MPTAP: March 26, 2026