New York State Contract Reporter #2134744

SUNY Buffalo Single-Source Procurement of NCAA Student Athlete Textbooks from Follett

SUNY Buffalo is seeking to procure NCAA student athlete textbooks through a single-source exemption from Follett Higher Education Group, LLC. - Government Buyer: - State University of New York (SUNY), SUNY Buffalo - Office: 224 George D. Crofts Hall - OEMs and Vendors: - Follett Higher Education Group, LLC (campus bookstore operator and sole supplier) - Products/Services Requested: - NCAA student athlete textbooks - Specified by University faculty - Must provide enhanced reading experience, including study and analytical tools - Quantities and part numbers are not specified; procurement is for qualifying NCAA student athletes - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Procurement is mandated by NCAA guidelines for qualifying student athletes - Single-source exemption due to unique campus bookstore operations and requirements - Not a competitive solicitation; alternative providers may contact the campus within five business days - Period of Performance: - Contract term is 18 months - Place of Performance: - SUNY Buffalo, 224 George D. Crofts Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260

Description

University at Buffalo received a single-source exemption and intends to purchase qualifying NCAA student athlete textbooks from the bookstore operating on campus, Follett Higher Education Group. This procurement is a requirement of NCAA guidelines for qualifying student athletes and is not a competitive solicitation. The textbooks are mandated by University faculty and must provide an intuitive, enhanced reading experience with study and analytical tools. Interested providers should contact the designated Campus contact within 5 business days of this notice.

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