University Bulk T-shirt Order

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is issuing a Request for Information on bulk T-shirt supply to support academic offices, admissions, enrollment, new student orientation, university departments, student organizations, institutional events including Homecoming, marketing campaigns, and staff uniforms, with responses due June 16, 2026. This is an RFI for market information gathering and does not constitute a commitment to purchase or a formal solicitation.

Respondents must submit detailed company information including years in business and three customer references; product specifications covering T-shirt types, available brands, fabric composition and weight, available sizes from small to 5XL, color options, and quality standards; pricing structure with bulk discount tiers and shipping costs; delivery capabilities including production timelines and large-volume capacity; and sustainability and compliance certifications. Submissions should include a transmittal letter signed by an authorized representative, marketing materials, detailed product descriptions, representative cost estimates, product catalogs, pricing sheets, and samples if available. The University has provided a cost-sheet template requesting fabric composition percentages, GSM weight, packaging specifications, lead time in days, supplier name, country of origin, and relevant compliance certifications.

Clarification questions are due June 6, 2026, directed to Kimberly.locklear@uncp.edu. Responses must be submitted through the North Carolina eProcurement Sourcing Tool. The Department makes no commitment to acquire services or pay for information received; vendors bear all costs for preparation and submission. Responses will not be returned and the Department will not confirm receipt. All submitted information becomes the property of the University and may be used to develop future solicitations. Proprietary information may be marked confidential under North Carolina General Statute 132-1 et seq. Vendors may be invited to present solutions virtually or in person following the information-gathering phase.