Screen Print and Embroidery

The University of Connecticut, Division of Athletics has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation numbered KA101022 for screen printing and embroidery services, targeting vendors who can embellish apparel and accessories supplied by various Athletics units. The procurement seeks experienced and qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive screen printing and embroidery solutions for the university's athletic department. The solicitation was posted on October 11, 2022, with proposals due by November 14, 2022, at 2:00 PM EST. A structured vendor question and answer period is established, with questions accepted until October 24, 2022, at 2:00 PM EDT, and official responses to be provided by close of business on October 27, 2022. Vendors must submit their proposals through the university's HuskyBuy self-service online portal, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination and payment terms to be determined by the vendor. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the documents, the RFP emphasizes the need for vendors to demonstrate experience and qualification in screen printing and embroidery services.

The solicitation appears to be an open competition without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and the documents do not provide details about existing infrastructure or technology requirements for integration. The RFP does not specify an estimated total contract value, budget range, or potential contract duration. All vendors are eligible to respond to the bid, and no particular disadvantaged enterprise programs are highlighted in the documentation. Interested vendors are advised to contact Sheneil Duncan at the University of Connecticut's Procurement Services for any additional information or assistance in preparing their bid submittal. The lack of specific line items or quantitative details suggests that the university is seeking a flexible contract arrangement for screen printing and embroidery services that can accommodate varying needs within the Athletics department.