AUHCC Drapery Package

Auburn University is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive drapery package for the Auburn University Hotel & Conference Center (AUHCC) through a competitive procurement process. The bid, identified as AU-2020-0000026, was released on July 27, 2020, with sealed bids due by 10:30 AM CDT on August 5, 2020. The procurement specifically requires bidders to provide a total price for the entire drapery package and complete individual unit pricing on an attached pricing sheet, with a critical note that installation services are not included in this contract. Bidders must submit their proposals in a sealed format, with the bid to be opened online and a conference call line provided for public access. All questions regarding the bid were to be directed to Matthew Pike through the Q&A Board prior to the submission deadline. The procurement mandates that all bids be "F.O.B. Destination - Freight Prepaid and Allowed" and requires vendors to certify compliance with Alabama state sales tax regulations.

Auburn University has established specific provisions to support small businesses and disadvantaged enterprises, demonstrating a commitment to developing Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business (SB & SDB) suppliers. Vendors must provide reporting on SB & SDB participation throughout the contract duration and are required to affirm compliance with federal immigration laws. Additionally, bidders must submit a completed and notarized Vendor Disclosure Statement as part of their bid response. The university reserves the right to award the contract in whole or part and may make multiple awards as deemed in its best interest. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the available documentation, the procurement is for a complete drapery package for a university conference center, suggesting a potentially significant investment. The university's procurement approach emphasizes flexibility, competition, and a commitment to supporting diverse business participation in the bidding process.