ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID   Sealed proposals will be received from pre-qualified bidders by Ms. Jenna Morgan on behalf of Dr. Christopher B. Roberts, President of Auburn University at 1161 West Samford Avenue, Auburn University, AL 36849 until 3:00 PM Central Time, April 23, 2026 for:   25-563 – Autauga Research Center (AAES) – New Office Building   AUBURN UNIVERSITY   at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read in Facilities Management Building One, Training Room A   SCOPE OF WORK: The general scope of the work includes but is not limited to: The project consists of new construction of an approximately 3,000 SF Pre-Engineered Metal Building to include all related sitework as required to accommodate construction. Building consists of Pre-Engineered steel structure with complete exterior finishes as indicated on Contract Documents including minimum plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems required. The Pre-Bid Conference will be held on April 15, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. CST at Autauga Research Center, County Road 133 (at the intersection of AL-14), Autaugaville, AL 36003. In accordance with Code of Alabama, 39-2-2(a), prequalification is required for this project. The prequalification application is available on the Auburn University Public Works Bid Calendar located at: https://fm.auburn.edu/bid-calendar/. For all questions or inquiries about this project, please contact: Nikki Preston, nikki.preston@auburn.edu; 334-734-1294 DOCUMENTS: Drawings may be examined at the following locations: Drawings and specifications may be examined at the Office of the Owner: Planning, Design & Construction, Facilities Management, Auburn University, AL. See link below. Auburn University Facilities Management Website: https://fm.auburn.edu/contractor/ BONDS: A certified check or bid bond payable to Auburn University in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00, must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance and Statutory Labor and Material Payment Bonds will be required at the signing of the Contract. BIDS: Bids must be submitted on proposal forms or copies thereof furnished by the Architect. Dr. Christopher B. Roberts, President Auburn University Auburn University, AL 36849 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/2026 #12193288