UNSPSC 53101701: Boys sweaters

UNSPSC 53101701 Boys sweaters, a Commodity code, encompasses custom and embroidered apparel services that state and local governments actually procure for operational, departmental, and instructional use — a scope substantially broader than the nominal code name. Recent solicitations show that the code captures competitive procurements for embroidered items, custom apparel featuring multiple decoration techniques (embroidery, screen printing, heat-seal appliques), and golf equipment and apparel catalog bids. Issuing bodies include independent school districts and municipal governments, with school districts appearing as repeat buyers seeking multi-year supply arrangements for departmental clothing, athletic apparel, and promotional items. Work scopes range from design and production of embroidered operational items to full-service custom apparel contracting with graphic design, multiple decoration methods, and managed turnaround. Vendors must typically demonstrate three or more years of relevant experience, carry general liability insurance with the issuing body named as additional insured, provide references, and accept firm fixed pricing structures.

Recent activity concentrates in Texas, with three posted opportunities in the first half of 2026. The City of Richardson issued RFP 5526 on May 14, 2026, seeking competitive bids for an annual embroidered items contract (due June 16, 2026) through a best value process. Donna Independent School District in Cameron County posted a catalog bid (RFP011326880) on March 21, 2026, for golf equipment and supplies with a deadline of April 8, 2026, structured as discounts off vendor catalogs for the 2026-2027 school year with potential two-year extensions. Magnolia Independent School District in Montgomery County issued a custom apparel RFP (RFP030226) on March 2, 2026, for embroidered and screen-printed clothing across multiple campuses, with proposals due April 16, 2026, and award anticipated in May 2026 for a June 1 start. No budget ranges or award values were disclosed across the three opportunities.