REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP27-020
FOR
KIT BOND INCUBATOR ROOF
REPLACEMENT
Submission Deadline: October 23, 2026
2:00 p.m. CST
Questions and/or requests for clarification of this RFP should be submitted via email to the Purchasing Department at
purchase@missouriwestern.edu. All questions and/or clarifications can be sent at any time regarding this RFP to the
Purchasing Department until 9:00 a.m. CST on October 14, 2026. Questions received after this date may not be answered.
Please reference RFP27-020 on all correspondence. It is the responsibility of all interested parties to read this information
and return it as part of the RFP confirming receipt.
Table of Contents
Purpose ................................................................................................................................................................................3
Scope .....................................................................................................................................................................................3
Safety..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Project Schedule and Preferred Construction Timeline........................................................................................3
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting ..........................................................................................................................................3
Submission Deadline........................................................................................................................................................4
Timeline ...............................................................................................................................................................................4
Proposal Instructions ......................................................................................................................................................4
Prevailing Wage ................................................................................................................................................................5
Evaluation ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
Attachment A: Questionnaire ........................................................................................................................................6
Attachment B: Response Cover Sheet..........................................................................................................................8
University Standard Terms and Conditions..............................................................................................................9
Purpose
The purpose of this RFP is to solicit competitive proposals from qualified contractors for the replacement of the existing
roof system at Missouri Western State University, MWSU. The selected bidder shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment,
permits, and related services necessary to complete the project in a safe, timely, and professional manner. MWSU seeks a
roofing system that meets industry standards, provides long-term weather protection, and minimizes disruption to campus
operations during construction.
Scope
• PREPARE ROOF FOR AN OVERLAY TPO ROOF SYSTEM
• MECHANICALLY FASTEN TO THE DECK ½” HIGH DENSITY POLYISO INSULATION
• INSTALL CARLISLE (OR APPROVE EQUAL) 60 MIL TPO FULLY ADHERED ROOF SYSTEM TO THE
MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATIONS
• FLASH ALL WALLS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS TO THE MANUFACTURERS SPECIFICATIONS
• FURNISH AND INSTALL NEW 24 GUAGE COPING CAP (COLOR TO MATCH EXISTING)
• REUSE EXISTING COPING ABOVE METAL WALL PANELS
• REMOVE AND REINSTALL LIGHTING ROD SYSTEM
• PROVIDE A 20 YEAR MANUFACTURES WARRANTY, COVERING MATERIALS AND LABOR
• REMOVE AND DISPOSE ALL DEBRIS AT AN APPROVED LANDFILL
• DAILY CLEANUP AND PROTECTION OF BUILDING OCCUPANTS AND PROPERTY
• THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REPAIR OR BE RESPONSIBLE FOR COSTS TO REPAIR ALL PROPERTY
DAMAGED DURING THE ROOFING APPLICATION
Safety
The roofing contractor shall be responsible for all means and methods as they relate to safety and shall comply with all
applicable local, state and federal requirements. Safety shall be the responsibility of the roofing contractor. All related
personnel shall be instructed daily to be mindful of the full-time requirement to maintain a safe environment for the facility's
occupants including staff, visitors, customers and the occurrence of the general public on or near the site.
Project Schedule and Preferred Construction Timeline
MWSU’s preferred completion date for all roof replacement work is December 31, 2026. MWSU recognizes that
unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather delays, material lead times, or other factors beyond the
bidder’s reasonable control, may affect the project schedule. Accordingly, the bidder shall achieve final completion no later
than March 1, 2027.
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting
A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the job site located at 4221 Mitchell Saint Joseph MO, 64507 on Thursday
October 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Submission Deadline
Confidential proposals must be submitted no later than October 23, 2026 2:00 p.m. CST to:
Missouri Western State University
Purchasing, Popplewell Hall 115
4525 Downs Drive St. Joseph, MO 64507
Faxed bid proposals will not be accepted.
Electronic bid proposals are acceptable when emailed to purchase@missouriwestern.edu with the RFP Number “RFP27-
020” in the subject line.
Written bid proposals must be signed and sealed in mailing envelopes with the bidder’s name and address clearly
written on the outside. The RFP Number “RFP27-020” shall also be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope or
package. Proposals may not be accepted if the RFP number is not on the outside of the envelope.
Timeline
RFP Issued
Pre-Bid Meeting
Deadline for Submission of Questions
RFP Due Date
RFP Award Notification (approximate)
October 1, 2026
October 8, 2026
October 14, 2026
October 23, 2026
November 6, 2026
10:00 a.m. CST
9:00 a.m. CST
2:00 p.m. CST
Proposal Instructions
All bidders must include the following in their proposal submission:
Attachment A – Questionnaire
Please ensure all information requested on Attachment A is included within the submission and is accurate.
a. Section A Pricing
b. Section B Experience, Performance and Reference
Attachment B - Response Cover Sheet
Please complete to ensure all information is accurate. Required to be included with submitted documents.
W-9
Please complete with current date and signature.
Affidavit of Work Authorization
Bidders must submit a notarized Affidavit of Work Authorization and completed MOU signature pages. E-Verify is an
example of a federal work authorization program. Acceptable enrollment and participation documentation consists of
completed copy of the E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). For vendors that are not already enrolled and
participating in a federal work authorization program, E-Verify is available at:
https://www.e-verify.gov/
Addendum(s)
Include any addendum(s) with your initials for verification of receipt.
Bid Bond
A Bid Bond of 5% of the total amount bid by the bidder is due at the time of the submittal of the Vendor’s response to this
RFP.
Prevailing Wage
MISSOURI PREVAILING WAGE LAW (Sections 290.210 to 290.340, RSMo): The Contractor shall pay not less than
the specified hourly rate of wages, as set out in the Annual Wage Order and made part of the specifications for work under
this contract, to all workers performing work under the contract, in accordance with sections 290.210 to 290.340, RSMo.
The Contractor shall forfeit a penalty to the Owner of one hundred dollars per day (or portion of a day) for each worker
that is paid less than the specified rates for any work done under the contract by the Contractor or by any subcontractor, in
accordance with section 290.250, RSMo.
Evaluation
All proposals will be evaluated based on the following key criteria:
• Demonstrates understanding of the purpose, nature, requirements, and vision - 10%
• Demonstrates vendor strengths, experience level and expertise with project - 10%
• Demonstrates the ability to execute the requirements and specifications with completeness and quality of response,
including clear deliverables and compliance - 20%
• Demonstrates the innovation, market evolution, and approach to modern process improvements to maximize
effectiveness and efficiency – 5%
• Proposed cost - 20%
• Availability of Vendor to complete scope as outlined in timeline on-time and on-budget - 20%
• Reference completeness of required information and subsequent reports - 10%
• Additional criteria may be considered by the selection committee unique to the product or service – 5%
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