FY25-CFO-MBYLI T-Shirts (DCSS Advertising Novelties, Souvenirs, Promotional and Specialty Products)

The District of Columbia's Office of the Chief Financial Officer is seeking procurement for FY25 T-shirt production through a competitive solicitation for advertising novelties, souvenirs, promotional, and specialty products. The contract opportunity, identified by the unique State Local Contract Opportunity ID 67c83f56c632b94760091354, involves supplying custom T-shirts for departmental use, likely for the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCSS). The procurement is currently open, with a posting date of March 4, 2025, and a critical submission deadline of March 10, 2025. While specific technical requirements are not detailed in the available information, vendors can expect to provide high-quality, potentially custom-designed T-shirts that meet municipal branding and functional specifications. Prospective contractors should be prepared to demonstrate manufacturing capabilities, material quality, printing or embellishment techniques, and the ability to meet tight municipal procurement timelines. The solicitation appears to be a standard competitive bid process requiring comprehensive proposal submissions that address production capabilities, pricing structures, and compliance with local government procurement regulations.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or minority enterprise requirements in the provided information. However, District of Columbia procurement typically encourages participation from local, small, and disadvantaged business enterprises. Vendors should anticipate potential preferences for local District-based businesses or those meeting specific certification criteria. The potential award value is not specified, but municipal T-shirt contracts for educational or promotional purposes generally range from moderate to substantial, potentially between $25,000 and $150,000 depending on volume and customization requirements. Interested vendors should carefully review the full solicitation documents to understand precise qualifications, submission protocols, and any special conditions. Potential respondents are advised to confirm their eligibility, prepare comprehensive proposals that highlight their manufacturing capabilities, and ensure strict adherence to the March 10, 2025 submission deadline.