NIGP 20167: Robes, Caps, and Gowns (Choir and Graduation Types)

NIGP 20167 Robes, Caps, and Gowns (Choir and Graduation Types), an Item code, covers the procurement of graduation regalia — gowns, caps, hoods, tassels, cords, and related supplies — that state and local school districts and higher-education systems acquire for ceremonies and academic events. Recent solicitations show school districts and community college systems buying complete graduation sets tailored to district specifications, school colors, and sizing requirements, as well as ancillary materials such as diploma covers and graduation cords for career and technical education programs. Issuing bodies include independent school districts, county school systems, and multi-campus community college districts; these entities typically procure on an as-needed or annual basis to support district-wide graduation activities across multiple schools or campuses.

Recent activity spans Texas, Georgia, New Mexico, and Arizona. Fulton County Schools (Georgia) issued an RFQ for CTAE graduation cords due September 1, 2026 (Solicitation 12427). Gallup McKinley County Schools (New Mexico) posted an RFP for graduation regalia across nine high schools with a response deadline of September 4, 2026 (RFP202703BK). Northside Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas sought sealed bids for graduation regalia and diploma materials due September 10, 2026 (RFP2026115), explicitly requiring all current vendors to respond to continue business with the district as the solicitation replaced an expiring contract (RFP 2023-151). Maricopa County Community Colleges District (Arizona) issued an indefinite-quantity, indefinite-delivery RFP (36076) for graduation regalia and related supplies across multiple campuses on an as-needed basis with a June 10, 2026 response deadline, evaluating proposals on price, product quality, delivery capability, and vendor reliability with no guaranteed minimum spending.