Swim & Dive Apparel and Sponsorship

Auburn University's Procurement and Business Services department is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive Swim & Dive Apparel and Sponsorship contract through a Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation number AU-2024-0000822. The procurement targets a three-year contract from September 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027, with a potential one-year renewal option, focusing on providing custom-made swim equipment and financial sponsorships for the university's swimming and diving program. Deliverables include team apparel, equipment, and sponsorship support with university-specific color and logo requirements. The evaluation criteria will be weighted as follows: 60% for equipment and financial considerations, 35% for historical performance, and 5% for proposal completeness. Critical dates include: questions due by August 14, 2024, question responses by August 21, 2024, proposals due by August 28, 2024, at 10:30 AM CDT, and an anticipated contract award on October 1, 2024. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the JAGGAER Sourcing Event Portal and comply with specific submission requirements, including a notarized Vendor Disclosure Statement and E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding.

The RFP demonstrates a commitment to small business and small disadvantaged business (SB & SDB) suppliers, with potential restrictions favoring diverse vendor participation. Respondents must provide detailed pricing information, including annual team outfitting support, sponsorship considerations, head coach incentives, and competition bonuses. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the university requires comprehensive proposals that include product allotments, sponsorship incentives, and potential performance-based bonuses for SEC and NCAA championships. Bidders must submit references from similar university or organizational contracts and are encouraged to offer innovative solutions meeting Auburn University's swimming and diving program needs. The proposal emphasizes compliance with Alabama state laws regarding sales tax, immigration, and competitive bidding. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the RFP suggests a comprehensive sponsorship package that includes both financial support and equipment provisions, indicating a potentially significant contract value for the selected vendor.