Aven Nelson 1st Floor Renovation- Flooring Replacement

The University of Wyoming is seeking a qualified contractor to remove existing flooring and install new flooring on the first floor of the Aven Nelson Building. The work includes demolition, sub‑floor preparation, and installation of multiple flooring types (LVT, CPT, VCT) across numerous rooms and corridors, with an estimated substantial completion date of January 31 2027. Bids must be submitted electronically by September 2 2026, and a bid bond of 5 % is required for bids over $150,000. An optional pre‑bid walk‑through will be held on August 18 2026. • Scope: Complete removal of existing floor coverings and installation of new LVT, CPT, and VCT flooring on the 1st floor (rooms 107‑130, C‑series, corridors, etc.). • Required materials: ShawContract LVT‑1, ShawContract CPT‑1, owner‑provided VCT‑1, Johnsonite vinyl wall base and transitions. • Sub‑floor prep: Moisture‑resistant primer, leveling/patching compounds, dust removal. • Project size: Multiple rooms covering roughly several thousand square feet; anticipated contract value > $150 k. • Schedule: Bid opening September 2 2026; work to start after award and Notice to Proceed; substantial completion by January 31 2027. • Bonds/insurance: 5 % bid bond, performance and payment bonds, prevailing‑wage compliance, Wyoming resident labor preference. • Pre‑bid: Optional site walk‑through on August 18 2026 (10:00 am MDT) at Aven Nelson Building Room 114. • Submission: Electronic only via Public Purchase; required forms and certifications (Wyoming residency, contractor qualification, etc.).