Opportunity
Clemson University Ionwave #211869819
Clemson University Safety Footwear Contract for Campus Employees
Posted
April 07, 2026
Respond By
April 17, 2026
Identifier
211869819
NAICS
424340
Clemson University is seeking suppliers to provide safety footwear for campus employees through an annual onsite fitting event and year-round support. - Government Buyer: - Clemson University Procurement Department - OEMs and Vendors: - Highly preferred brands: Thorogood, Timberland, Justin, Georgia Boot, Brunt, Wolverine, Ariat, Skechers, Keen - Equivalent alternatives may be considered - Products/Services Requested: - Safety toe boots and shoes (OSHA and ASTM F2413 compliant) - Electrical hazard (EH) rated footwear - Slip-resistant/anti-slip footwear - Hiking-style safety footwear - Annual on-campus fitting event for 100–300 employees - Year-round customer service and warranty support - Product Requirements: - All footwear must be new, unused, and available in a wide range of men's and women's sizes and widths - Suppliers must provide a core catalog with at least 10 products per category, with at least two options per category not exceeding the employee voucher amount - Pricing is a fixed percentage discount off MSRP, with verifiable MSRP documentation required - Notable Requirements: - Suppliers must provide trained staff for measuring and fitting at the annual event - Maintain onsite inventory and deliver special orders within 7–10 business days - Compliance with Clemson's reporting and campus regulations - Multiple suppliers may be awarded; no guaranteed minimum purchase - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term is one year with up to four annual renewals (maximum five years) - Place of Performance: - Clemson University campus, Clemson, SC
Description
Clemson University is seeking experienced suppliers to provide safety shoes to campus employees through a contract. The contract includes an annual on-campus fitting event, ensuring employees have access to compliant safety footwear with consistent, competitive pricing. Suppliers must offer footwear across specified categories meeting OSHA and ASTM standards, provide customer service year-round, and submit pricing discounts based on MSRP. The contract term is one year with up to four annual renewals, and multiple suppliers may be awarded.