Opportunity
Mississippi Procurement Portal #3160007989
Bead Filtration Systems for Oyster Hatchery – University of Southern Mississippi Solicitation
Posted
April 06, 2026
Respond By
April 22, 2026
Identifier
3160007989
NAICS
333319
The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking bids for bead filtration systems to support its Oyster Hatchery and Research Center's recirculating aquaculture operations in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. - Government Buyer: - University of Southern Mississippi, Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Procurement and Contract Services - OEMs and Vendors: - Preferred OEM: Aquaculture Systems Technologies (AST) - Equivalent manufacturers are acceptable if specifications and performance requirements are met - Products/Services Requested: - Four (4) high-profile bead filters (preferred model: Polygeyser HPPG-10 or approved equal) - One (1) large-capacity high-profile bead filter (preferred model: Polygeyser HPPG-25 or approved equal) - Twelve (12) Endurance Series bead filter systems (preferred model: END4000K or approved equal) - All systems must be suitable for both freshwater and marine applications, support efficient solids removal, biological filtration, and feature automatic or semi-automatic backwashing - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be new, unused, and delivered fully assembled to the maximum extent practical - Delivery must be coordinated with university personnel - Each shipment must include packing lists, operating manuals, and maintenance instructions - Systems must minimize water loss during backwashing and support continuous operation - Equivalent products must meet or exceed the technical specifications provided - Delivery Location: - Gulf Coast Research Laboratory Halstead Campus, 703 E. Beach Drive, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Description
The University of Southern Mississippi is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of aquaculture bead filtration systems and associated components for use in recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) at the Oyster Hatchery and Research Center. The procurement includes multiple bead filtration systems of varying capacities and specifications, designed for efficient removal of suspended solids and biological filtration. Bidders must provide new, unused equipment meeting detailed technical specifications, with delivery coordinated to the university. The solicitation includes several attachments with bid packets, specifications, and legal notices.