Missouri Western State University Photo Shoot – Fall 2015

Missouri Western State University issued a sealed‑bid Invitation for Bid (RFP 16‑041) seeking a professional photographer to conduct a multi‑day fall campus photo‑shoot, edit a sample of 100 images, and grant the university full usage rights. The solicitation required hard‑copy, signed, sealed proposals, mandated inclusion of all travel and lodging costs, and stipulated that the on‑site shoot be completed by 6 Nov 2015. Eight vendors submitted bids; the contract was awarded to Ed Collier for a total price of $4,820, the lowest bid that also demonstrated higher‑education photography experience. The university retained full rights to the images for 24 months and will cover lunch on work days only. • Scope: 2‑ or 3‑day campus photography, editing, rights transfer, travel/accommodation. • Award: Ed Collier – $4,820 (firm‑fixed price). • Key deadlines: Bid submission 14 Oct 2015; shoot completion 6 Nov 2015. • Requirements: sealed paper bid, portfolio submission, minority‑business disclosure, indemnification, FOB Destination.