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Guidelines, standards, and resources for contractors and consultants

On this page you can find guidelines and standards for campus, resources to view current projects open for bid.

Project bidding

All major projects on campus are governed by the Idaho Division of Public Works. Projects that are open to bid can be viewed on the public works website.

Additional, the Boise State Campus Master Plan provides insight into the university’s strategic plan.

Design standards and guidelines

Our Interior Design Guidelines lookbook and our Exterior Design Guidelines lookbook both provide information on the campus standards as well as required materials, and color palettes for projects. There are also a stand-alone documents listing interior signage and landscaping standards.

Network cabling standards

The Boise State Office of Information Technology (OIT) has created a document with specifications for structured cabling systems in new buildings and remodels (PDF).

Contractor parking permits

Contractors and vendors can request to purchase a temporary permit via an online form, or in person at the transit center located int he Student Union Building. Two permit types are available and they offer different amounts of access to parking locations. Contractor permits are less expensive, but are limited to one location on campus. Vendor permits cost more, but provide full campus access. Either permit can be purchased for a monthly or annual rate depending on the time frame of the project.