Athletic Apparel Services - Screen Printing

Louisiana Tech University's Office of Purchasing has issued a sealed bid solicitation (Bid #50012-612-25) for Athletic Apparel Services - Screen Printing for its Intercollegiate Athletics Department. The procurement seeks a vendor capable of providing comprehensive screen printing and sublimation printing services, with specific requirements for project completion timelines, including 7 business days for non-urgent projects and 72 hours for urgent projects. Vendors must demonstrate capabilities in both screen printing and sublimation printing, with the ability to fulfill orders ranging from less than 24 items to over 120 items across multiple color printing options (1-color, 2-color, 3-color, and 4+ color). The initial contract period will run from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, with potential renewals for two additional one-year terms. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, specifically based on pricing in the 73-120 quantity range. The per-item unit cost must comprehensively include graphic design, setup fees, and shipping, and the vendor will be responsible for correcting or replacing deficient items. The bid is due on June 16, 2025, and will be awarded with the university reserving the right to award items separately, grouped, or on an all-or-none basis.

The contract will be non-exclusive and operates within Louisiana Tech University's existing Adidas Apparel Contract framework. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the bid appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical and performance specifications. The vendor will assume financial responsibility for any items damaged through negligence and must provide a comprehensive printing service that can handle varying order sizes and complexities. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the procurement suggests a potentially significant ongoing contract with multiple print order possibilities across different quantity ranges and color specifications. The geographical scope is centered in Louisiana, specifically involving Livingston Parish, and targets the university's intercollegiate athletic department's merchandising and apparel needs.