Opportunity
James Madison University #DKM-1246
JMU Awards Modular Buildings and Storage Containers Contract to Williams Scotsman, Inc.
Posted
January 13, 2026
Respond By
February 12, 2026
Identifier
DKM-1246
NAICS
532490
James Madison University (JMU), representing the Virginia Higher Education Procurement Consortium (VHEPC), has awarded a contract for modular building systems and storage/shipping containers to Williams Scotsman, Inc. - Government Buyer: - James Madison University (JMU), Procurement Services, acting for VHEPC - Located in Harrisonburg, VA - OEMs and Vendors: - Williams Scotsman, Inc. (sole vendor and OEM) - Products and Services Requested: - Wide range of modular office units, ground-level offices, modular buildings (various sizes and configurations) - Shipping and storage containers (10', 15', 18', 20', 25', 40', highcube, tunnel, tri-cam, premium door, combo units) - Cold storage containers (3-phase, multiple sizes) - Professional and premium office/conference/café packages - Services include design, construction, site prep, transportation, installation, tenant improvements, and commissioning - All products available for monthly rental; some available for sale - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must provide both standard and premium options (e.g., easy-to-open handles, tunnel containers with doors at both ends, highcube containers) - Professional and premium office packages required - Contractor must have Virginia Class A license, bonding, and OSHA-trained project managers - Warranty for diligent, professional service - Contractor must waive all credit card fees for purchases - Pricing includes set monthly rates, delivery, setup, and knockdown fees - Contract serves multiple higher education institutions across Virginia - Period of Performance: - Initial term of one year, with four additional one-year renewal options (up to five years total) - Products and services provided on an as-needed basis throughout the contract period
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by James Madison University (JMU) on behalf of the Virginia Higher Education Procurement Consortium (VHEPC) to procure modular building systems and shipping container solutions. The contract is intended to provide modular buildings and storage containers on an as-needed basis during the contract term. The initial contract period is one year with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods. The contract includes leasing options for various configurations of modular buildings and storage containers, with detailed pricing and terms outlined in the negotiation summary.