Clear Bookbags and Backpacks

Clayton County Public Schools in Georgia issued IFB 017-23 for clear bookbags and backpacks with bids due June 5, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. EST, and a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on May 11, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. EST via Zoom. Award was made to nine vendors on July 19, 2023 with a not-to-exceed contract value of $3 million.

CCPS does not provide contracting preferences but encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, and Small Local Business Enterprises; all bidders must comply with the CCPS Inclusivity in Purchasing Policy and Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) program.

The scope requires clear bookbags and backpacks measuring between 14.5 x 12 x 6 inches and 18 x 13 x 7 inches (Height x Length x Width), with nylon lining, zipper closure, and heavy-duty construction. Clear bags must bear no imprints or logos; colored nylon straps are permitted. Bidders must submit product specifications, material-thickness data, zipper materials, and sample units (one of each style) at their own expense. CCPS anticipates ordering approximately 250,000 units total across the initial one-year term (July 13, 2023 through July 12, 2024) with options for two successive one-year renewals. Delivery must occur within ten business days of purchase order receipt to the CCPS Facilities Services Warehouse at 218 Stockbridge Road, Jonesboro, Georgia 30236 (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST, dock available). Bidders must notify the designated contact within 24 hours of any stockouts and provide anticipated availability dates.

All pricing must be inclusive, F.O.B. Destination, covering packing and delivery. Bids remained valid for 120 days from submission. Comprehensive general liability and automobile liability insurance of at least $1 million each is required. Evaluation was based purely on price compliance from responsive, responsible bidders. Award recipients were 9 to 5 Computer Supply Dist., Inc.; BMG Services Inc. dba Clear Handbags & More; Brown Girl Bag Company; CDW Government LLC dba CDW Government; Elite Textile Trading, LLC; Mohawk USA, LLC dba Bump Armor; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; Project Reach Back Consultants dba PRBC; QF Luxury, LLC; and Wear Me Promotions, LLC. Questions were due May 18, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. EST.