Montana State University Residence Life Flooring ITB 2026 - Hapner Hall PPA No. 25-1375
Montana State UniversityHigher Ed · Bozeman, MT- Due
- Feb 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kirk Bierschenk
- (406) 994-7533
The 30-second brief
Montana State University (MSU) is soliciting sealed bids for the Residence Life Flooring project at Hapner Hall under PPA No. 25-1375. The scope of work involves the installation of Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) flooring across four floors of the residence hall. Bidders must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the project in a single phase. Requirements include a 10% bid security for bids over $150,000 and compliance with 2025 Montana Prevailing Wage Rates. Bids are due by February 17, 2026, with a substantial completion deadline of August 1, 2026.
Bid Proposal Form 098, Bid Security (if over $150k), List of Subcontractors
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
Montana State University (MSU) is soliciting sealed bids for the Residence Life Flooring project at Hapner Hall under PPA No. 25-1375.
The scope of work involves the installation of Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) flooring across four floors of the residence hall. Bidders must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the project in a single phase. Requirements include a 10% bid security for bids over $150,000 and compliance with 2025 Montana Prevailing Wage Rates. Bids are due by February 17, 2026, with a substantial completion deadline of August 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Bid Proposal Form 098
- Bid Security (if over $150k)
- List of Subcontractors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Proposal Form 098
- Performance Bond
- Labor and Material Payment Bond
- Buy Safe Montana Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- MSU University Facilities Management, Plew Building, 516 W. Grant St., Bozeman, Montana
- Scope location
- Bozeman, MT
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Montana State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: MSU University Facilities Management, Plew Building, 516 W. Grant St., Bozeman, Montana. For questions, contact Kirk Bierschenk.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Montana State University in MT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the ITB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kirk Bierschenk at (406) 994-7533. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Proposal Form 098, Bid Security (if over $150k), List of Subcontractors. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montana State University?
All active and historical solicitations from Montana State University are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Montana State University regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Proposal Form 098, Performance Bond, Labor and Material Payment Bond, Buy Safe Montana Form, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Montana State University for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bozeman, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.