Product Government Bids & RFPs

The deadline for submission of bid proposals is May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Late bids will not be accepted.

Invoices will be processed for payment after products have been delivered and accepted by OPS. Payments are generally issued the Tuesday following board meetings, which are typically held on the first and third Mondays of each month.

The product requested must meet the minimum warranty as noted within the product specifications. The warranty summary must be separately described in an attachment to the bid form, including coverage, duration, claim processing, and handling of defective items.

The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications and requirements. In case of a tie, preferences are given to in-county, in-state, and Nebraska-made goods, with drawing lots as a final resolution.

Bidders must be qualified suppliers capable of performing the contract and meeting OPS's needs and requirements. They must understand the bid documents and acknowledge that factors other than cost may be considered in the award.

If a contractor fails to perform the contract or purchase order according to its terms, OPS may terminate the contract and enter into a contract with another vendor. Any additional costs incurred by OPS will be paid by the defaulting contractor.

OPS reserves the right to request samples of products after bids are opened and before the bid is awarded. Bidders will generally have ten (10) calendar days to provide requested samples or illustrations at their own cost.

The bid response deadline is April 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. The University of Missouri assumes no responsibility for any supplier's on-time submission.

The University's standard pay terms are Net 30. Suppliers may offer an early pay discount if paid sooner, and this should be explained.

The award will be based on the lowest bid price meeting all specifications. The University reserves the right to award an order to the lowest aggregate supplier for all items or on an item basis, or a group of like items, whichever is found to be in the best interest of the University.

Qualified suppliers are invited to submit a bid on the items or services specified. By checking a box, the respondent acknowledges all specifications can be met and all requested information pertaining to qualifications is accurate.

Any questions related to this request for bid must be submitted through the online bidding system no later than April 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.