Addendum 1 - Schedule Change.docx

This addendum to the University of South Dakota (USD) Pouring Rights and Vending Services Request for Proposal amends the Schedule of Activities outlined in Section 5 of the original solicitation. The addendum revises critical response timelines for the procurement process, moving the deadline for vendor questions from April 10, 2026, to April 17, 2026, and adjusting the response to questions from April 17, 2026, to April 22, 2026. These schedule modifications push back the original timeline while maintaining the proposal submission deadline of May 1, 2026, contract award and negotiations scheduled for May 15, 2026, and full service operationalization required by August 15, 2026. The contract encompasses approximately 80 vending machines across 27 campus buildings, fountain dispensers for all food service areas including five athletic facility concession stands, and beverage stock for three convenience store locations serving approximately 10,405 students and 1,400 employees.

The amendment does not modify pricing terms, insurance requirements, operational specifications, or other substantive contract provisions from the original RFP. Vendors must continue to meet the minimum five-year experience requirement, provide three references, ensure all machines are Energy Star certified with multi-payment capability including USD's Coyote Card system, and maintain 365-day annual service with maximum 24-hour response times. The initial contract term remains August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2029, with optional five-year and two one-year renewal terms as originally specified. USD continues to emphasize revenue generation through commissions on sales, corporate sponsorships, and creative financial contributions to support student scholarships, with vendors responsible for all equipment acquisition, installation, maintenance, and removal costs.