Vendor_Reference_Listing.xlsx

This is a Vendor Reference Listing document for the Tempe Union High School District (TUHSD) in Arizona related to a graduation supplies procurement opportunity. The District is seeking qualified vendors to supply graduation products and services including caps and gowns, tassels, honor cords, stoles, medallions, diplomas and diploma covers, announcements, class rings, and graduation keepsakes. TUHSD is pursuing this solicitation in partnership with SAVE member agencies to establish one or more contracts that will provide schools with a reliable source for these products. Proposals must be submitted through the Procurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/tuhsd no later than 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2026. Beyond product supply, the District seeks a vendor partner that will provide on-site ordering assistance, coordinate ordering timelines with individual campuses throughout the graduation season, support flexible payment options, and customize stoles and cords to recognize student achievement.

The District prioritizes responsive communication, reliable delivery, and quality craftsmanship as central to this vendor partnership. The procurement aims to replace ad hoc, case-by-case purchasing with competitive pricing, predictable lead times, and streamlined ordering processes that benefit schools, graduation coordinators, and families. The vendor reference listing document serves to identify qualified vendors capable of meeting these requirements and supporting TUHSD's goal of celebrating student success through dependable graduation supply services.