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

Holmes Community College is seeking a used Cessna 172M aircraft (model year 1971 or newer) to support hands‑on flight training for aviation students. The procurement will be conducted via a sealed‑bid submission followed by an electronic reverse auction. Qualified vendors will submit proposals by the bid deadline, after which pre‑qualified bidders will be invited to the reverse auction where the lowest acceptable price will win. • Aircraft must be a Cessna 172M, model 1971 or later, in airworthy condition. • Submissions accepted via sealed envelope or electronic upload at www.centralbidding.com, with the bid deadline 10:00 a.m. CDT on 16 April 2026. • Reverse auction scheduled for 23 April 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. CDT; bidders must be pre‑qualified. • Questions on procurement process directed to the Purchasing Office (662‑472‑9079); technical specs to Dr. Jim Haffey (601‑259‑8997).