UNSPSC 53102502: Ties or scarves or mufflers

UNSPSC 53102502 Ties or scarves or mufflers is a Commodity code that in recent state and local solicitations captures a much broader scope than the nominal code name suggests — school districts are using it to tag apparel and accessories contracts that include t-shirts, polos, hats, caps, activewear, jackets, sweatshirts, athletic uniforms, and custom decoration services such as screen printing and embroidery. The mismatch between the code name and actual procurement activity signals that state and local buyers are applying this code as a catch-all for general apparel and accessories, not as a narrow category limited to neckwear or similar items. The issuing bodies under this code are independent school districts seeking to establish multi-vendor pools for district-wide apparel supply, with no minimum purchase guarantees and award authority based on best-value considerations including price, product availability, quality, delivery time, customization capabilities, and prior performance.

Temple Independent School District in Texas posted RFP00627 on September 1, 2026, due October 6, 2026, to establish a multi-vendor contract for apparel and accessories with custom screen printing and embroidery services supporting 15 campuses and approximately 8,700 students. The District requires vendors to provide online catalogs with published-price discounts maintained throughout the contract term, pricing sheets with turnaround times for both blank apparel and decoration services including rush options, three references, certificates of insurance, and state and federal compliance certifications. The resulting contract is valid for one year with options to renew for two additional one-year periods; the District reserves the right to award to a single vendor, multiple vendors, or by line item. Payment is via Electronic Funds Transfer with Net 30 terms, all freight costs are prepaid by the vendor with FOB Destination delivery to multiple TISD locations, and funding is contingent upon available appropriations with no guarantee of minimum expenditures.