Hardwood Lumber

The State of Missouri Office of Administration, Division of Purchasing, is requesting proposals for hardwood lumber to supply the Department of Corrections, Missouri Vocational Enterprises at five locations throughout the state, with proposals due October 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time.

Vendors must be registered in MissouriBUYS with "Prospective" or "Spend Authorized" status to submit proposals and must achieve "Approved" status in WebProcure/Proactis and "Spend Authorized" status in MOVERS to be eligible for contract award. Electronic submission through MissouriBUYS (powered by MOVERS) is required. Vendors must comply with Missouri tax compliance certification, Secretary of State registration, Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act certification if applicable, and conflict of interest documentation.

The scope covers hardwood lumber delivered FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid and Allowed, to five Missouri Vocational Enterprises locations, with delivery not to exceed 30 calendar days after order receipt. Delivery is restricted to 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and all delivery drivers must obtain security clearance prior to delivery. All lumber is subject to moisture meter and stress testing, with defective materials to be picked up and replaced within 20 calendar days at no additional cost to the state. Pricing must be based on adjustment percentages applied to the Northern Hardwood Marketing Report, with all pricing firm and fixed for the contract period.

The contract runs from award through one year, with the Division of Purchasing reserving the right to renew for two additional one-year periods. Historical spending totals $41,045.01 (FY2023), $297,404.88 (FY2024), $240,653.60 (FY2025), and $145,007.71 (FY2026, partial year). The contractor must maintain general liability insurance naming the State of Missouri as an additional insured and submit weekly invoices by the last day of the month following service delivery, with payment due in 30 days. Four amendments were issued between September 28 and October 13, 2026.