Sul Ross Rodeo Stock 2025

Sul Ross State University, a member of the Texas State University System, is soliciting bids for Rodeo Stock procurement for the year 2025 through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) identified by reference number 756-SRSU-2025-IFB-029-813000. The procurement covers specific item codes including 917-00, 975-12, 944-71, and 944-19, with a focus on acquiring rodeo-related livestock and associated materials. Vendors must submit electronic proposals exclusively through the BearKatBuy Sourcing Director system, with all documentation accessible on Sam Houston State University's bidding platform. The bid closing date and time is July 31, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. CST, and all official notifications, including potential addenda or responses to questions, will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). Prospective bidders are required to register within the BearKatBuy Sourcing Director system to view and respond to the solicitation, with access available through the provided link: https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=SamHoustonState.

While the solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations, it requires electronic submission through a specific procurement platform. The document does not disclose incumbent vendors, existing infrastructure requirements, or precise budget ranges for the rodeo stock procurement. Potential bidders will need to thoroughly review the complete solicitation details within the BearKatBuy Sourcing Director system to understand the full scope of requirements, potential integration needs, and specific qualifications necessary for successful bid submission. As this is a specialized procurement for rodeo stock, vendors will likely need demonstrated experience in livestock supply for rodeo events and the ability to meet the specific item code requirements outlined in the solicitation. Interested parties should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with the electronic submission process and deadline.