UNSPSC 53102512: Handkerchiefs

UNSPSC 53102512 Handkerchiefs is a Commodity code under which state and local governments procure apparel and accessories, including customized decoration services such as screen printing and embroidery. Recent solicitation activity shows that the code spans a broader scope than handkerchiefs alone—state and local buyers tag multi-vendor apparel contracts here that include t-shirts, polos, hats, caps, activewear, jackets, sweatshirts, athletic uniforms, and related accessories with optional in-house decoration capabilities. School districts are the primary issuing bodies under this code, using it to establish approved vendor pools for district-wide apparel supply. Vendors responding to these solicitations must provide online catalogs, maintain consistent discount structures from published pricing, offer both standard and rush turnaround times for blank apparel and decoration services, and meet delivery and compliance requirements including certificates of insurance and state and federal certifications.

Temple Independent School District (TISD) in Texas posted RFP00627 on September 1, 2026, seeking proposals for a multi-vendor apparel and accessories contract with custom screen printing and embroidery services to support 15 campuses and approximately 8,700 students. Responses were due October 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CDT. The contract is valid for one year from Board approval with two one-year renewal options, with award to single or multiple vendors based on best value considerations including price, product availability, quality, delivery time, customization capabilities, and prior performance. TISD reserves the right to award by line item and uses Electronic Funds Transfer with Net 30 payment terms and FOB Destination freight prepaid by the vendor. No minimum purchase volume is guaranteed. Recent activity under this code appears concentrated in school district procurement in Texas, with limited geographic spread evident from available opportunities.