IFB 2026-01 – Workforce Development

Here is a summary of the RFP document text: **Project Overview:** Southern Arkansas University is seeking bids for a pre-engineered, prefabricated steel building to house a large learning space. The building should be delivered on-site ready for assembly as a complete kit with plans. **Key Specifications:** * Building dimensions: 40' wide x 120' long * Gable style with eave peak height of 22'0" and roof slope of 3/12 * Two 10'x12' steel overhead door openings (doors not included) * Six 8'x4' window openings (windows not included) * Three 3'x7' steel personnel doors * One double door opening for a 6'x7' glass door (door not included) * 26-gauge metal roof and sides with 4ft wainscot * Five 24' bays with end bays open and endwalls on the interior portion * 1' overhang **Bid Requirements:** * Bids must be received by February 6, 2026, 2:00 PM CST * Three printed copies of the bid must be submitted, including one original and two duplicates * Bids must be sealed and marked with the IFB Number (IFB 2026-01) and Bid Title (Workforce Development) * A 2D drawing of the building metal structure must be included in the bid packet * Questions and inquiries must be submitted in writing via email to Kyle Newton, Director of Facilities, by February 2, 2026, 4:00 PM CST **Selection Process:** * The University reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive formalities * Proposals that fail to comply fully with the plans, specifications, and contract documents will be considered invalid * The University will respond to questions and inquiries by February 3, 2026, 4:00 PM CST * Bid closing is scheduled for February 6, 2026, 2:00 PM CST, and bid award is expected on February 9, 2026.