Active SLED Opportunity · TEXAS · RICE UNIVERSITY, TX
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Rice University seeks fixed pricing for supply, delivery, and installation of approximately 810 mattresses for new residential colleges and graduate housing, with ongoing annual replacement needs. The opportunity is an RFQ with submissions due May 6, 2026.
Rice University Housing & Dining (“Rice Hospitality”) is soliciting firm, fixed pricing from qualified manufacturers or authorized distributors for the supply, delivery, and installation of mattresses to support Housing operations, including new residential colleges and graduate housing.The updated scope includes an estimated total volume of 810 mattresses, comprised of:-150 mattresses (Delivery Only) – Annual Replacement -600 mattresses (Delivery & Installation) – Chao and Lovett New Colleges (Fall 2026 opening)Additional requirements for graduate housing, including: -50 full-size mattresses (RGA and RVA) -10 queen mattresses with box springs (RVA family housing)The University anticipates ongoing annual replacement volumes of 100–200 units and may consider establishing a long-term agreement to support future demand.The awarded vendor will be required to execute the Rice University Short Form Contract.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Questions Due Date | Online Portal | The Q and A Period for this Opportunity is Ongoing | Never | N/A |
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | Apr 17th 2026, 12:00 PM CDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | May 6th 2026, 10:00 AM CDT | N/A |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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