FY24 HS Athletic Apparel/Uniforms

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This state and local contracting opportunity is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by Dalton Public Schools in Ware County, Georgia, seeking experienced and qualified dealers to provide discounts for high school athletic uniforms and apparel. The contract will cover Dalton High School, with the option to include The Dalton Academy, Dalton Junior High School, and Hammond Creek. The contract will automatically renew for the first 4 years unless either party chooses not to renew, and Dalton Public Schools reserves the right to extend the contract for an additional 1-year term. Bids are due by March 7, 2024, and can be submitted by mail, email, or hand-delivery. The successful bidder(s) will be required to provide team uniforms and athletic apparel for all high schools that compete in Georgia High School Association (GHSA) sports, as well as potential sponsorship and branding opportunities. Bidders must describe their discount and rebate programs, how they will service school accounts, their timeline for phasing out existing uniforms, and any other value-added components.

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The RFP emphasizes the requirement for equity in pricing and selection for male and female uniforms, but does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The RFP does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no information provided regarding existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP does not include any specific award values or budget ranges, but it is likely that the total value of the contract will depend on the number of participating schools and the scope of the services provided.