Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #50012-647-26

Louisiana Tech University is seeking a vendor to provide, install, and service candy and snack vending machines across its main campus in Ruston, Louisiana. - Government Buyer: - Louisiana Tech University, Office of Purchasing - Products/Services Requested: - Candy / Snack Vending Machine Services - Supply, installation, and maintenance of vending machines for chips, candy, pastries, snacks, mints, and gum - Machines must be new or like-new, accept coins, $1 bills, and debit/credit cards, and offer a minimum of 30 selections - Daily servicing and filling of machines; twice daily in high-volume areas during summer camps and weekends as requested - Factory-trained technician available 7 days a week for emergencies - Notable Requirements: - $15,000 performance bond required - Valid certificate of insurance compliant with university standards - Firm bid pricing for at least 30 days - Compensation based on percentage of gross receipts or guaranteed minimum; expected gross sales of $55,000 - Bidders may propose alternative brands/products if quality standards are met and must provide supporting literature - Place of Performance: - Louisiana Tech University main campus, 208 Keeny Circle, RM 408, Ruston, LA 71272 - Contract Term: - Initial one-year contract with two optional one-year renewals (up to three years total) - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated; bidders may propose suitable alternatives meeting quality requirements.

Louisiana Tech University is soliciting sealed bids for Candy / Snack Vending Machine Services to be provided on its main campus in Ruston, Louisiana. The contract term is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with options for two additional one-year renewals if mutually agreed upon. The awarded vendor will supply and service vending machines offering chips, candy, pastries, snacks, mints, and gum. The university requires a performance bond of $15,000 and a valid certificate of insurance. Bids must be firm for at least 30 days and returned by April 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT.