Furnish and Deliver Misc. Housing Supplies for the Physical Plant Dept Fax Inquiry Deadline 4/7/2026

Southeastern Louisiana University's Purchasing Department is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB) to furnish and deliver miscellaneous housing supplies for the Physical Plant Department on an as-needed basis. The procurement encompasses 70 line items across multiple categories including plumbing fixtures (toilets, faucets, supply lines), electrical components (switches, outlets, plates), HVAC equipment (motors, capacitors, thermostats), lighting fixtures, hardware, and maintenance supplies, with estimated quantities ranging from 2 to 1,000 units per item depending on the product. The contract period will run from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with the University reserving the right to order additional products at the same terms and conditions throughout the contract term. Bidders must submit sealed bids in person or by mail to the Purchasing Department at 2400 North Oak Street, Hammond, Louisiana, with a fax inquiry deadline of April 7, 2026, and a bid opening scheduled for April 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., Central Time. All bid prices shall be quoted F.O.B. Destination with freight prepaid and allowed, with transportation and handling costs included in the unit price; payment terms are Net 30 following receipt of invoice or delivery, whichever is later. Line Item 66 (Goodman Blower Motor 1/3 HP, Direct Drive Item # 797722) is designated as a proprietary purchase with exact specifications, though bidders proposing equivalent brands or models must submit descriptive literature, technical data, and illustrations for University evaluation. Bid prices must remain firm for a minimum of 30 calendar days, and the University reserves the right to award items separately, grouped, or on an all-or-none basis and to reject any or all bids.

The solicitation documents do not indicate any specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to disadvantaged enterprises, women-owned businesses, or other designated organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The University is exempt from Louisiana State Sales and Use Taxes, though bidders are responsible for including all other applicable taxes in their pricing. No specific budget range or award value is provided in the solicitation materials; however, the wide range of estimated quantities across the 70 line items suggests this may be a substantial annual supply contract. No bidders' conferences or mandatory site visits are mentioned in the solicitation, indicating that vendors should rely on the published specifications and line item descriptions when preparing their proposals.