Paint Supplies and Accessories (Student Housing)

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is issuing an Informal Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the supply of paint and related accessories needed for student housing maintenance and future renovations. Vendors will be placed on a blanket‑order source‑of‑supply contract; purchases will be made on an as‑needed basis from the award date through 06/30/2027, with an option to extend the agreement for up to four additional years (final expiration 11/5/2031). The contract is a 12‑month term with possible annual extensions, and the award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids must include a completed Paint Supplies Cost Worksheet and comply with MTSU’s standard terms, tax‑exempt status, and prompt‑pay provisions. • Scope: Provide paint, primers, stains, brushes, rollers, drop cloths, and related accessories for student‑housing facilities. • Quantity: Not predetermined; vendors must submit price schedules, discounts, or cost‑plus markup options. • Delivery: FOB destination; vendors must include freight in pricing and meet specified delivery timeframes. • Compliance: Must have at least three years in business, hold all required licenses/permits, and be registered for Tennessee sales/use tax if applicable. • Key dates: Issue 10/23/2026, questions due 10/28/2026, responses 10/30/2026, bid deadline 11/6/2026. • Evaluation criteria: Price, ability to perform, conformity to specs, references, delivery response time, and willingness to accept a university purchase order.