Curris Center Audio Visual Project the manner and on the date hereinafter specified for the furnishing of all labor, materials, supplies, tools, appliances, equipment, services, etc., necessary for the Hancock Biological Station HVAC Renovation, as set forth in the specifications and as shown on the drawings for as prepared by and approved by Facilities Management, Murray State University under the terms and conditions of this Invitation. PROJECT DESCRIPTION This project is for the Curris Center AV Replacement. It consists of a base bid for a complete refresh of the audiovisual systems in the Curris Center Ballroom. All existing system components will be removed and new equipment will be installed. The new system will consist of modern technology which will greatly improve the ease of use for visitors and staff. Alternate one consists of replacement of the AV equipment in the Theatre. Alternate 2 is for the addition of a projection screen in the large ballroom. Murray State University reserves the right to accept alternates in any order they choose. METHOD OF RECEIVING BIDS Bids will be received from contractors on a Lump Sum Amount for the total project. All phases of the work shall be submitted in the manner herein described and on the official proposal form included with the conditions and specifications and shall be subject to all the conditions as set forth and described in the Bid Documents. BONDING All bids shall be accompanied by a bid guarantee of not less than five (5%) percent of the amount of the base bid. A 100% Performance Bond and 100% Payment Bond shall be furnished by the successful bidder. All bonding and insurance requirements are contained in the Instruction to Bidders and/or General Conditions. SCHEDULE OF PROJECT Substantial completion is 80 days from project start date. Final Completion is 90 days from project start date Questions about obtaining plans and specifications may be directed to Beth Ward @lward10@murraystate.edu. Bobby Koehler, Project Manager E-Mail rkoehler@murraystate.edu RIGHT TO REJECT Murray State University, Procurement Services, reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive all formalities and/or technicalities where the best interest of the University may be served. MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PARTICIPATION Murray State University is committed to increasing the participation of minority business enterprises in construction and renovation projects, and encourages the use of minority subcontractors and material suppliers. All contractors should make an effort to locate and use minority business enterprises in bidding this project. For assistance in identifying minority vendors and subcontractors, the contractors may contact the Kentucky Office of Minority Business Enterprises, 2329 Capital Plaza Tower, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601, Telephone no. (270) 564-2064 and Louisville Minority Business Development Center, 611 W. Main Street, Louisville Kentucky 40202, ATTN: Mr. Darnell Jackson Question Deadline 01/15/2024