Bid guide

How to bid on Stairwell 1 Fire Door Upgrades at UT Austin

UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin) TXCloses October 9, 2026

What UT Austin is buying

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking bids for a construction project to upgrade fire doors in Stairwell 1. This work is necessary to ensure the stairwell meets current building codes. This is an opportunity for construction firms specializing in building safety and door installations.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting your bid is October 09, 2026, at 3:30 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time. Late submissions will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction companies with experience in fire safety upgrades, door installation, and ensuring compliance with building codes. Firms in the construction category, particularly those familiar with institutional or university projects, may find this a good fit. The work is located in Texas.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and submit your response, you will need to use the UT Austin procurement portal, Bonfire. You can view the opportunity publicly without an account. To download files and submit your bid, you must register a free vendor account on Bonfire. The reference number for this solicitation is 721-27003.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your bid, carefully review all specifications related to fire door requirements and building codes. Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's experience with similar projects and your ability to meet the technical requirements. Provide a detailed breakdown of costs and a realistic timeline for project completion. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are included and accurately completed before the submission deadline.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from UT Austin (University of Texas at Austin); the original posting controls.