NIGP 25777: Science and Research, Military

NIGP 25777 Science And Research, Military is an Item code covering educational science supplies, equipment, instructional materials, and related support services that state and local governments—primarily school districts—procure on a catalog or as-needed basis to support classroom instruction, laboratory work, and specialized academic programs. Recent solicitations show school districts establishing multi-vendor awarded lists for science equipment including glassware, microscopes, lab equipment, physics materials, and learning kits, often paired with broader curriculum support across career technical education, advanced academics, and dual-credit programs. The issuing bodies are predominantly independent school districts in Texas, with activity concentrated among mid-to-large districts serving suburban and rural populations. Beyond direct science supplies, jurisdictions use this code to procure instructional materials supporting STEM enrichment, test preparation, and equipment maintenance services, with vendors typically required to supply delivery, installation, and ongoing support.

Recent opportunities include Donna ISD (Cameron County, Texas) issuing an RFP for a Science Supplies Catalog Bid effective September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with proposals due April 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., seeking discount percentages off published catalogs for classroom instruction supplies, educational materials, learning kits, classroom furniture, manipulatives, glassware, and lab equipment on an F.O.B. Destination basis; and Klein ISD (Harris County, Texas) issuing RFP #26-101 for Career Technical Education and Advanced Academics instructional resources across 17 CTE program areas plus AP and dual-credit materials, with proposals due June 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. through Bonfire and contract commencement September 1, 2026. Both districts award contracts to multiple vendors, maintain no explicit set-aside designations, and actively encourage HUB, MWBE, and SBE participation. Vendors must carry Workers' Compensation and General Liability insurance at $1,000,000 minimum, provide three professional references, and submit Texas-required compliance forms including Form 1295 and debarment certifications. No budget ranges or guaranteed purchase volumes are disclosed; contracts typically span one year with optional multi-year renewals, and pricing must remain firm throughout the initial contract term.