University of Southern Mississippi - Joseph Anderson Cook Memorial Library Third-Floor Carpeting - RFP No. 27-22
University Of Southern MississippiHigher Ed · Hattiesburg, MS- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Deidre Edwards
- (601) 266-4131
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking comprehensive lump-sum proposals from qualified commercial flooring contractors for the replacement of existing carpet and rubber wall base on the third floor of the Joseph Anderson Cook Memorial Library on the Hattiesburg Campus. The scope of work includes floor preparation, removal and disposal of existing flooring, adhesives and base, supply and installation of Kinetex Textile Composite Flooring and Roppe 4 1/2-inch Rubber Wall Base, transitions, accessories, testing, warranties, and furniture handling. Contractors must possess a Certificate of Responsibility Number, General Contractor's Liability Insurance of at least $1,000,000, and be members of FCICA or certified by CFI with five years of commercial installation experience. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the library. Bids are due by Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the USM Physical Plant.
Kinetex Textile Composite Flooring, Roppe 4 1/2" Rubber Wall Base, Tarkett ADA-Compliant Adaptors, Ardex Feather Finish patch, APAC ENcapSeal, 10% attic stock
SUMMARY
The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking comprehensive lump-sum proposals from qualified commercial flooring contractors for the replacement of existing carpet and rubber wall base on the third floor of the Joseph Anderson Cook Memorial Library on the Hattiesburg Campus.
The scope of work includes floor preparation, removal and disposal of existing flooring, adhesives and base, supply and installation of Kinetex Textile Composite Flooring and Roppe 4 1/2-inch Rubber Wall Base, transitions, accessories, testing, warranties, and furniture handling. Contractors must possess a Certificate of Responsibility Number, General Contractor's Liability Insurance of at least $1,000,000, and be members of FCICA or certified by CFI with five years of commercial installation experience. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the library. Bids are due by Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the USM Physical Plant.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Kinetex Textile Composite Flooring
- Roppe 4 1/2" Rubber Wall Base
- Tarkett ADA-Compliant Adaptors
- Ardex Feather Finish patch
- APAC ENcapSeal
- 10% attic stock
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Proposal Form
- Contractor qualifications and references
- Certificate of Responsibility Number
- Statement of deviations and/or exceptions
- 5% bid bond
- Certificate of Association with CFI or FCICA
- Reference Letters (3)
- Site Visit
- Received Addenda
- Submit to
- https://www.ms.gov/dfa/contract_bid_search/Bid/Details/46730
- Scope location
- Hattiesburg, MS
- Reported agency
- University of Southern Mississippi
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from University Of Southern Mississippi?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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: https://www.ms.gov/dfa/contract_bid_search/Bid/Details/46730. For questions, contact Deidre Edwards.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including University Of Southern Mississippi in MS, 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.
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What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Kinetex Textile Composite Flooring, Roppe 4 1/2" Rubber Wall Base, Tarkett ADA-Compliant Adaptors, Ardex Feather Finish patch, APAC ENcapSeal, 10% attic stock. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Proposal Form, Contractor qualifications and references, Certificate of Responsibility Number, Statement of deviations and/or exceptions, 5% bid bond, Certificate of Association with CFI or FCICA, Ref. Review the full document from University Of Southern Mississippi for the complete list.
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