South Dakota Posting Board #26RFP-USD03302026

USD Solicitation for Exclusive Beverage and Snack Vending Services

The University of South Dakota (USD) is seeking proposals for exclusive beverage and snack vending services across its Vermillion campus. - Government Buyer: - University of South Dakota, Auxiliary Services (Director: Chris Phillips) - Scope of Work: - Approximately 80 vending machines (soda, juice, water, snacks) in 27 campus buildings - Fountain dispensers for all food service areas, including athletic concessions - Beverage stock for convenience stores operated by Sodexo - Service Requirements: - Installation, operation, maintenance, and removal of vending machines - 24-hour service response, cleaning, and relocation/removal upon request - Machines must be Energy Star certified and support multiple payment options - Service must be maintained 365 days/year - Notable Requirements: - Exclusive pouring and vending rights across campus - Participation in a sponsorship marketing package with Coyote Sports Properties, LLC (USD athletics) - Vendors must offer nationally recognized brand products - Creative financial contributions and annual credits for athletic team product consumption are encouraged - Equipment support for athletics (coolers, cups, ice chests, squeeze bottles, etc.) may be included - No direct vendor contact with USD staff/faculty outside the designated contact during the RFP process - Possibility of single or multiple awards - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; vendors must provide nationally recognized brands

Description

The University of South Dakota (USD) is soliciting proposals to award a contract(s) for beverage and snack vending machines across most campus facilities, including fountain dispensers in food service areas and beverage stock at convenience stores. The contract includes approximately 80 vending machines in 27 buildings, serving various food service operations and athletic concession stands. The intent is to increase annual revenue to USD, supporting student scholarships, with vendors encouraged to propose creative financial contributions and sponsorship packages.

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