Joseph Anderson Cook Memorial Library Third‑Floor Carpeting

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a qualified commercial flooring contractor to replace the existing carpet on the third floor of the Joseph Anderson Cook Memorial Library. The contract is a lump‑sum award covering removal, disposal, sub‑floor preparation, installation of Kinetix textile composite flooring, wall base, transition strips, furniture protection and relocation, and a minimum two‑year warranty. The work must begin after the campus holiday break (post‑December 11, 2026) and be fully completed by January 15, 2027. Bidders must be members of FCICA and/or CFI, hold a valid Certificate of Responsibility, carry at least $1 million general liability insurance, and provide the required bonds (bid, performance, payment). A mandatory pre‑bid meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2026.