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University of Missouri Construction Proposal Form

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BID FORM FOR CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDING

USLF Construction Form 5 http://www.uslegalforms.com

Contractor
Owner
Address
Address
City State Zip City State Zip
Project Number
Lender
License Number
Address
Project Address
City State Zip
City State Zip

Project Description

Other Contract Documents (identify all plans, specifications, addendums, etc.)

Work Involved

Commencement of Work

Completion of Work

Final Contract Price $ Initial Payment
$ total with $
credited to owner on each Application for Payment until fully credited.
Progress Payment
Less a % retention to be paid within days of application of work completed
Final Payment
Including any retention to be paid within days of Notice of Completion and Application for Final Payment
Termination of Proposal
If not accepted before
Date of Proposal
Warranty Period
years from completion
 
Additional Provisions

Instructions: Contractor completes and executes three copies and delivers two to Owner. Owner accepts proposal by executing and returning one copy to contractor before proposal termination date.

Proposal by Contractor

Signature

Title

Date

Signature

Title

Date

Acceptance by Owner

Signature

Title

Date

Signature

Title

Date

STANDARD PROVISIONS OF PROPOSAL AND CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIRS

1. Subcontractors. Contractor at his discretion may delegate any portion of the work by Subcontractor with responsible Subcontractors but such delegation shall not relieve Contractor of full responsibility for the work. Any corresponding subcontract shall require the Subcontractor to be bound to the full terms of this Contract to the extent of his work, and it shall allow the Subcontractor the benefit of the same rights and remedies afforded the Contractor by this Contract.

2. Work Involved. All work will be performed, in a workmanlike fashion according to the plans and specifications identified.

3. Time of Commencement and Substantial Completion. The work shall be convened and, subject to adjustments, substantially completed within the time limits given on the reverse side but Contractor shall not be penalized for Acts of God, strikes, shortages of critical materials and other delays beyond his control. Upon notice by the Contractor of substantial completion of the Project the owner's representative shall tour the project with the contractor and provide contractor with a "Final Punch List" by which the contractor can fully complete his work. Items not included in this Punch List shall be treated as Warranty Work, more Fully discussed below.

4. Warranty Work. Contractor warrants to owner that all materials and equipment incorporated into the project will be new unless otherwise specified, and further warrants, all materials and workmanship for the warranty work, which is not part of a subsidiary warranty form a materialman or subcontractor, will be done at full cost to owner.

5. Initial Payment. The initial payment shall be paid by Owner to Contractor prior to commencement or work and shall be used for acquisition of materials and site setup. Contractor shall partially credit owner for such initial payment in each application for payment in the amount shown, until the initial payment is fully credited.

6. Progress Payments. The Owner shall make the monthly progress payments less the given retention to Contractor for all unpaid work completed though the given day of each month based upon an Application for Payment submitted by Contractor. Such progress payments shall be made within given number of days or the receipt of such Application. If for any reason, any such progress payment is not received in full within such time Contractor shall have the right to cease work immediately sending written notice to Owner and to initiate any applicable legal proceedings to collect the amount due together with interest at 10% per annum.

7. Final Payment. All amounts held in retention together with any other unpaid portion of the contract or change orders shall be paid to the Contractor within the given number of days of Contractor's notification to Owner that the work is complete.

8. Effect of Final Payment. The making or the final payment shall constitute a waiver of all claims by Owner except those arising from unsettled liens, from failure of work, to comply with requirements of Contract documents, or from faulty or defective work appearing after standard completion or identified in the final punch list. In like manner, acceptance of final payment by Contractor constitutes a waiver of all claims not previously made to Owner in writing or identified as unsettled in the application for the final payment.

9. Conditions to Progress and Final Payments. Neither progress nor final payments from Owner to Contractor are conditioned upon receipt by Owner of corresponding draws from Owner's Lender. Owner may condition any progress or final payments to Contractor upon receipt from Contractor or appropriate lien waivers themselves conditioned upon receipt of the monies applied for.

10. Surveys, Legal Descriptions and Easements. Owner shall furnish all surveys and legal descriptions of the project, and Owner shall secure and pay for all necessary approvals, easements and charges required for use of occupancy of the project.

11. Professional Fees. Owner shall pay for all real estate fees, financing charges, accounting fees, legal fees, design fees, and engineering fees involved in the acquisition and development of land underlying the project as well as the construction of the project itself.

12. Liability and Property Insurance. Owner shall purchase and maintain both liability insurance for his own liability, and property insurance for the entire project; this property insurance shall include "all risk" coverage for theft and vandalism as well as the standard casualty coverage for fire and flood.

13. Supervision, Safety and Insurance. Contractor shall be responsible for all supervision and coordination of the work and for all responsible precautions needed to carry out such work in a manner safe for both the project and all person involved therein. Contractor shall secure and maintain all liability and Workmen's Compensation Insurance necessary for the work or himself and his subcontractors. If this Contract is performed as "cost plus" Contract all such supervision and insurance costs will be treated as job costs.

14. Administrative and Job Overhead Items. The following administrative and job overhead items are to be absorbed by the Contractor in a fixed fee contract and to be treated as job costs in a cost-plus contract: Office overhead directly related to the project, construction schedules and project record documents, job storage and protection of job materials, as well as maintenance, replacement and rental or tools and equipment.

15. Construction Permits and Sales Taxes. Contractor shall comply with all laws, ordinances and regulations effecting construction of the project, and shall secure any pay for all necessary building and construction permits, and shall pay all sales taxes arising from the construction of the project. If this Contract is performed as "cost plus" contract in lieu of a fixed fee contract all such taxes and fees shall be treated as part of the job costs.

16. Legal Remedies. This Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of and all applicable case law. All of the remedies available under those laws shall be available to the parties of the Contract. At the option of either party any dispute arising hereunder may be submitted to arbitration. The prevailing party in any dispute arising will be awarded attorney's fees, arbitration and court costs as the court deems fair.

17. Assignment. This Contract may not be assigned by either party without the other party's written consent.

18. Modifications. All modifications to this Contract shall be in writing by change orders, purchase orders or similar documents signed by agents of both Owner and Contractor.

19. Notice of Completion. Should Owner for any reason record a Notice of Completion which operates to shorten the lien period he shall immediately notify Contractor of the Notice, and deliver a copy of that Notice to Contractor.

20. Acceptance. This Contract shall be executed in duplicate; Owner and Contractor shall each retain one of the original duplicates. This Contract is complete and binding when properly executed.

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What the University of Missouri Construction Proposal Form Is

The University of Missouri Construction Proposal Form is a standardized document used by contractors and vendors to submit formal bids and proposed scopes of work for construction projects managed by the University of Missouri system. It collects project identifiers, scope descriptions, detailed cost breakdowns, schedule milestones, required licenses and insurance data, references, and any required certifications or attachments such as bonds or drawings. The completed form documents an offer for evaluation, supports procurement compliance, and provides a record for negotiation, award, and post-award administration.

Why a Properly Completed Proposal Matters

Submitting a complete, clearly organized proposal helps ensure compliance with university procurement rules, clarifies pricing and schedule commitments, documents required bonding and insurance, and reduces the risk of disqualification or delay during award and contracting.

Why a Properly Completed Proposal Matters

Who Completes and Reviews This Form

Primary users include University procurement staff, project managers, and invited contractors responding to solicitations for construction and renovation projects.

  • General contractors submitting formal bids for campus construction and renovation projects.
  • Subcontractors providing detailed line-item pricing, subscopes, and scheduling for prime contractor review.
  • University reviewers assessing compliance, bonding, proof of insurance, and conformance with procurement policies and specifications.

Smaller subcontractors, campus stakeholders, and internal approval teams also reference the form to validate scope, schedule, and compliance before contract award.

Step-by-Step: Filling Out the Proposal Form

Follow these steps to complete the University of Missouri Construction Proposal Form accurately and submit it for procurement review.

  • 01
    Identify Project: Enter project name, location, and university project ID.
  • 02
    Describe Scope: Provide detailed tasks, exclusions, and deliverables with quantities.
  • 03
    Price Breakdown: Itemize labor, materials, overhead, taxes, and contingency amounts.
  • 04
    Sign & Attach: Sign in authorized block; attach insurance certificates and bonds.

Typical Online Configuration for eSubmission

Common eSubmission settings and routing steps used when uploading and routing the form through procurement portals or eSignature platforms.

Field Configuration
Document Upload PDF; attachments combined
Signer Authentication Email + SMS OTP recommended
Routing Order Sequential reviewers; procurement first
Notifications Email alerts on each action

How the Submission and Review Flow Works

Overview of the end-to-end flow from proposal submission through evaluation, award, and contract execution within university procurement.

  • Submit Proposal: Upload form and attachments via procurement portal or email.
  • Procurement Review: Procurement verifies compliance, insurance, and bonding documentation.
  • Evaluation: Technical and cost evaluation against solicitation criteria.
  • Award & Contract: Successful proposer receives award notice and moves to contracting.

Platform and Format Requirements for Electronic Submission

Ensure your e-submission platform supports secure PDF upload, an immutable audit trail, and the authentication methods required by University procurement.

  • File Formats: PDF and DOCX accepted
  • Integrations: Procore, NetSuite, Google Workspace integrations
  • Authentication: Email, SMS OTP, or ID verification

eSignature Provider Comparison for Proposal Signing

Comparison of common eSignature providers and plan features relevant to submitting and signing construction proposals for the University of Missouri.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial (no card) Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes (Business Premium) Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Key Deadlines to Track in a Solicitation

Track solicitation deadlines, public opening dates, award estimates, contract execution windows, and the project start date to ensure timely compliance and scheduling.

Proposal Submission Deadline:

The deadline is stated in the solicitation; late bids are typically disqualified.

Bid Opening Date:

Public opening or scheduled internal review date — follow solicitation instructions.

Award Notification:

Estimated award date provided in the solicitation; timelines may change.

Contract Execution Deadline:

Contract must be signed within the period specified after award to preserve the award.

Project Start Date:

Start date is stated in the contract or notice to proceed and must be coordinated with university schedules.

Milestone Sequence from Submission to Contract

Sequential milestones procurement and project teams typically monitor from initial submission through award and mobilization.

01

Proposal Submission

Submit certified form and all attachments by the solicitation deadline.

02

Initial Compliance Review

Procurement verifies insurance, licensing, and completeness before technical review.

03

Evaluation & Scoring

Technical, schedule, and price scoring produces a ranked proposer list.

04

Award and Contracting

Negotiate final terms, execute contract, and issue notice to proceed.

Core Components to Include in a Professional Proposal

A professional proposal organizes identification, scope, schedule, costs, compliance documents, and qualifications to aid consistent evaluation and comparison.

Project ID

Include the university project number, building or site name, and full address. Accurate identification prevents routing errors and ensures the proposal aligns with the intended solicitation.

Scope Summary

Provide a clear, measurable description of included and excluded tasks, referenced drawings, and acceptance criteria to limit ambiguity and reduce later claims.

Schedule

List milestone dates, total duration, and any required phasing or campus access restrictions; note lead times for long-lead items that affect schedule.

Cost Breakdown

Present unit costs, quantities, labor rates, allowances, taxes, contingency, and a reconciled total to permit apples-to-apples comparison across bidders.

Insurance & Bonds

Specify insurer details, policy limits, bond types, and attach certificates and bond documents where the solicitation requires them to avoid noncompliance.

Qualifications

List licenses, key personnel, resumes, and past project references that demonstrate the proposer's experience with similar campus projects and scale.

Practical Tips to Reduce Errors and Speed Review

Practical recommendations to improve proposal quality, reduce processing time, and minimize post-award disputes for university construction projects.

Follow solicitation templates precisely
Use the exact forms and line-item structure requested in the solicitation. Deviations can complicate scoring, trigger clarification requests, or lead to disqualification; strict conformity reduces administrative burden.
Attach complete supporting documents
Include certificates of insurance, bond forms, trade licenses, safety plans, and technical drawings. Missing attachments are a common reason for disqualification or delayed award.
Use clear, measurable scope language
Avoid vague phrases and state quantities and acceptance criteria. Clear definitions reduce claims and make it easier for evaluators to compare proposals objectively.
Confirm signer authority and dates
Ensure the signatory is authorized and that signature dates are current. If a notary or witness is required, complete those steps before submitting to avoid re-execution.

How a Proposal Form Differs from a Construction Contract

A quick comparison to clarify when to use a proposal form versus a formal construction contract during procurement and project execution.

Criteria Proposal Form Construction Contract
Purpose price and scope enforceable agreement
Binding Nature non-binding offer binding once executed
Typical Timing pre-award post-award
Notarization usually not required sometimes required
Attachments bonds and cois full contract exhibits

Security and Compliance Considerations

Encryption (Transit): TLS 1.2/1.3 required
Encryption (At rest): AES-256 encryption at rest
Audit Trail: Comprehensive timestamp and IP logs
HIPAA / BAA: BAA available for healthcare data
ESIGN/UETA: ESIGN and UETA compliant
Access Controls: Role-based access and MFA

Risks and Potential Penalties for Inaccurate Proposals

Bid Rejection: Incomplete or late submissions rejected
Contract Dispute: Ambiguous scope causes claims
Financial Exposure: Missing bonds increase liability
Tax Withholding: Incorrect TIN triggers backup withholding
Invalid Signature: Improper signatures risk unenforceability
Noncompliance: Failing insurance or licensing penalties

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Omitting required attachments such as proof of insurance, payment or performance bonds, or technical drawings often results in automatic disqualification.
  • Using nonstandard abbreviations, mismatched legal entity names, or inconsistent taxpayer identification numbers complicates vendor verification and may trigger withholding.
  • Failing to follow university-specific formatting, line-item templates, or submission methods can delay procurement review and require re-submission or clarifications.
  • Not stating alternates, exclusions, or assumptions in the scope invites misunderstandings and increases the likelihood of change orders and disputes during construction.

Who Can Sign and What Authority Is Required

University Signatory

The University's authorized contracting officer or procurement representative must sign where indicated. This person confirms budget availability, compliance with university procurement rules, and final acceptance authority under delegated procurement thresholds.

Contractor Signatory

An authorized officer or agent of the bidding contractor signs to attest to proposal accuracy, agree to schedule and pricing, and accept terms for bonding, insurance, and any required performance guarantees.

Practical Use Cases for the Proposal Form

Two representative scenarios showing how proposers and reviewers use the form to streamline evaluation and move quickly to contracting.

Campus Renovation Bid

A general contractor prepared a detailed proposal for a dormitory renovation that included phased schedules and alternate pricing.

  • Aligned pricing with university bid schedule.
  • Clear alternates and a complete insurance package allowed procurement to evaluate costs and award faster, reducing preconstruction delays and simplifying contract negotiations.

Minor Works Purchase Order

A small firm submitted a proposal for courtyard repairs with unit pricing and a short schedule.

  • Fast turnaround for small work.
  • Complete attachments and clear scope enabled procurement to compare quotes quickly and issue a purchase order without extended negotiation.

Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting

Answers to common questions about signing, notarization, attachments, corrections, and retention for the University of Missouri Construction Proposal Form.


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