This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a blanket contract for doors, hardware, and installation services for Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). The response deadline is June 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT. Key requirements include a Tennessee contractor's license for bids over $25,000, liability insurance, and adherence to MTSU's standard terms and conditions. The contract term is for one year with four optional 12-month extensions, not to exceed 60 months. Bidders must have a permanent office staffed with permanent employees located within 150 miles of MTSU. Invoices must be sent to ***@***. *. * and ***@***. *. * is tax-exempt. A digital signature is required, and failure to sign will result in disqualification. Warranty information must be provided for items over $300.
The response deadline for this bid is June 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT.
The university is governed by the Tennessee Prompt Pay Act of ****, which allows 45 days for payment of invoice, with a common practice to pay within thirty (30) days from receipt of an undisputed invoice. A prompt payment discount will be considered in the award process when given for 30 days (e. g. , 1% net 30).
Warranty information is required for all items over $300, to be provided in both hard copy and electronic formats via an online form and by uploading cutsheets and manufacturer's warranty statements in PDF format.
An award for this bid shall be made to the bidder who is the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for all items, considering conformity to specifications, doors and hardware price bid sheet, certification and authorization to provide services/products, certificate of insurance, TN contractor's license, and response time.
Proposers must, upon request, furnish satisfactory evidence of their ability to furnish products and services in accordance with the terms and conditions of the specifications. The purchasing director reserves the right to make the final determination as to a proposer's ability to perform. Companies must have been in business providing the commodity or services for a minimum of three (3) years.
If the proposer/contractor fails to fulfill its obligations under this contract in a timely or proper manner, or violates any terms, the institution shall have the right to immediately terminate the contract upon written notice of intent to cancel and may withhold payment in excess of fair compensation for completed services.
Failure to properly respond to required fields (e. g. , initials/signature, yes, I agree, or yes, I will comply) will cause the bid to be considered noncompliant. Failure to submit the price bid sheet may result in a non-responsive bid. Failure to sign the proposal will result in disqualification.