Summary: CT State Bookstore Operations RFP

This Request for Proposal (RFP) document pertains to CT State Community College's procurement of bookstore operations services across its 12 campus locations throughout Connecticut. The scope of work encompasses providing all students with timely, affordable, and equitable access to course materials across the entire system. The solicitation (RFP 1394270) opened on July 15, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. EDT, with a question deadline of July 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT and proposal submission deadline of August 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. No specific contract term or renewal options are disclosed in the available documentation. Vendors are required to submit responses using multiple attachments including a financial proposal workbook, a proposal response workbook, and completed OPM Form 1 and Connecticut CHRO bid forms.

The RFP imposes no set-asides or vendor-eligibility restrictions, permitting all qualified vendors to respond. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with vendors responsible for proposing their own payment terms. No contract value, incumbent vendor information, or specific funding source is disclosed in the solicitation materials. The primary contact for inquiries is Janel Wright at CT State Colleges & Universities, 61 Woodland Street, Hartford, Connecticut 06105, janel.wright@ct.edu.