BID OPENING LOCATION:
Kresge Center Room 201 (Conference Room)
Tuskegee University, 1200 W. Montgomery Rd., Tuskegee, AL 36088-1346
BID SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
Sealed bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM CDT at:
Kresge Center Room 116 (Purchasing Office)
Tuskegee University, 1200 W. Montgomery Rd., Tuskegee, AL 36088-1346
Mail bids to the Purchasing Department at the same address. Late submissions will not be accepted.
REQUIREMENTS:
All contractors must be licensed by the Alabama General Contractors Licensure Board and meet all statutory requirements including general liability, workers’ compensation, and license in good standing. The license number must be included with the bid.
Bidders are solely responsible for timely delivery. Tuskegee University is not liable for costs incurred before a contract is issued. All costs associated with bid preparation are at the bidder’s expense.
The selected Design-Builder must maintain all required business and specialty licenses for the City of Tuskegee and Macon County. Proof of licenses and insurance must be on file with the Purchasing Office prior to work start.
INSURANCE & BONDING:
Required coverage:
- Workers Compensation
- General Liability ($1M per occurrence)
- Auto Liability ($1M per occurrence)
Insurance must be valid throughout the project duration. A cashier’s check or bid bond (minimum 5% of bid, maximum $10,000) is required prior to issuance of a Notice to Proceed. Performance and Payment Bonds equal to the contract amount will also be required.
BID SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
Bids must be sealed and clearly labeled with the company name, address, and AL license number. All bids must remain valid for 90 days and comply with the stated conditions.
BID PACKAGE MUST INCLUDE:
- Proof of licenses, insurance, and references
- List of qualified personnel
- Timeline for job completion
- One-year contractor workmanship warranty
- Manufacturer warranties for all equipment
The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. If the lowest bidder declines, it will be offered to the next lowest, and so on.
LABOR COMPLIANCE:
Contractors must pay at least the prevailing wage rates per General Decision No. AL20250078 (March 14, 2025) and submit certified weekly payrolls. Compliance with Davis-Bacon Act, state and federal tax, and labor laws is required.
Tuskegee University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Small, Minority, and Women-Owned businesses are encouraged to submit bids.
