Cardinal Village Residence Hall Suites Tub and Tile Repair

Lamar University, a member of the Texas State University System, is soliciting Competitive Sealed Proposals for the selection of one qualified Tub and Tile Repair provider to perform restoration and refinishing services on porcelain tubs with tile surrounds in the University's residential bathroom units on the Beaumont, TX campus. The scope of work includes preparation, bathtub refinishing, tile surround refinishing, tile repairs, and general project requirements. Proposals are due by June 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM local time, and a site visit is available upon request. The contract will be awarded for an initial 1-year term with options to renew for three additional 1-year terms. Pricing will be evaluated as 35% of the overall criteria, and the University reserves the right to negotiate with the selected respondent and award based on the proposal deemed to offer the best value.

The contracting agency has determined that subcontracting opportunities are probable under this contract, so all respondents, including Texas certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), must complete and submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan. The plan outlines the procedures for identifying potential HUB subcontractors, notifying them of opportunities, and demonstrating good faith efforts to utilize HUBs. Providers from Highway Districts 11, 12 and 20 are encouraged to respond, but no other set-asides or restrictions on eligible organizations are specified. No details on incumbent vendors, current contract values, or available budget ranges are provided.