NIGP 20044: Pants, Slacks, Trousers, Shorts, Jeans, etc.

NIGP 20044 Pants, Slacks, Trousers, Shorts, Jeans, Etc. is an Item code under which state and local governments procure work and service uniforms, tactical and protective apparel, and school uniforms for employees and students. Recent solicitations show purchasing offices buying ready-made pants and related garments as part of broader uniform programs—including rental and laundering services, embroidery and customization, fitting and alterations, and sizing across standard and extended ranges. Work uniforms dominate the activity: facilities maintenance crews, fire and security personnel, police departments, and paratransit operators are all in scope. School districts and transit authorities also buy pants and related apparel as student or employee uniforms. State facilities commissions, county sheriffs' offices, municipal fire departments, regional transit authorities, and independent school districts are the primary issuing bodies. Texas and Georgia show the most recent concentration of activity, with activity also visible in Florida, Arizona, and Missouri.

Texas Facilities Commission issued RFP 0007240 for uniform purchase and rental services (due July 7, 2026) covering navy and light-blue rental pants for 300 facilities maintenance staff and fire-resistant outerwear for 40 security personnel, plus separate purchase of executive apparel; Clayton County Board of Commissioners issued ITB #26-57 for public safety uniforms (due July 9, 2026) covering approximately 500 police uniforms across male, female, and unisex sizing with on-site measurement and alteration services. San Antonio Independent School District issued RFP #26-008(BS) for school uniforms (proposals due March 17, 2026) seeking khaki or colored pants, skirts, and related pieces for 7,000 students across specialty campuses, with evaluation weighted 35 percent on purchase price and 30 percent on quality and fitness to need. Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners issued ITQ-26-00124 for paratransit uniforms (due February 26, 2026) with an estimated value of $30,862.00 over two years. Work-uniform and school-uniform solicitations typically require five years of prior experience in the category, proof of local presence or showroom access, comprehensive insurance, and on-time delivery within 14 to 30 days; evaluation often weighs price at 35 to 40 percent with quality and experience secondary.