Campus Bookstore Management Services

The state and local contracting opportunity is for Campus Bookstore Management Services in Harris County and the City of Houston, Texas. Texas Southern University (TSU) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to select a qualified contractor to manage and operate a professional bookstore on the university campus. The successful contractor will be responsible for providing a full range of bookstore merchandise and services, ensuring sufficient textbook inventory, offering competitive pricing, maintaining efficient customer service, and supporting the university's academic, cultural, and social environment. Key objectives include driving sales, generating commission payments to TSU, and aligning with the university's mission. The evaluation criteria focus on the contractor's experience, qualifications, approach, deliverables, and pricing/commission structure. The contract is expected to commence in July 2024 for an initial five-year period, with the possibility of a two-year renewal. Proposals are due by January 23, 2024.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, TSU has indicated an interest in innovative solutions that demonstrate a commitment to supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The university has an enrollment of approximately 8,000 students, and the selected contractor will be responsible for managing the entire campus bookstore operations. The RFP does not provide specific pricing terms, set-asides, or funding information, but the successful contractor will be required to pay a commission percentage to TSU based on net sales.