Iowa City Community School District Bidopportunities #005-RFB-0321005022

Iowa Awards Master Agreement for Rawlings Athletic Shoes to Keefe Group LLC

This award summary details the Iowa Department of Administrative Services' master agreement for athletic shoes for use by state agencies and other governmental entities in Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) - OEMs and Vendors: - Rawlings (OEM, awarded brand) - Bob Barker Company (competing OEM) - Keefe Group LLC (awardee/distributor) - Victory Supply LLC (competing vendor) - Products/Services Requested: - Rawlings Cross Training Canvas Tie Athletic Shoes for women (VIP model, part number 81669), sizes 5-12, regular and wide widths - Rawlings Cross Training Canvas Tie Athletic Shoes for men (Espy model, part number 81668), sizes 6-19, regular and wide widths - Bob Barker Company athletic shoes (part numbers W650MF and W72D) were also offered as alternatives - Men's Velcro athletic shoes (Bob Barker, part number W72D) - Percentage discounts off catalog pricing: 20% (Keefe Group), 15% (Bob Barker), 17% (Victory Supply) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - No minimum order requirement; contract available to all state agencies and political subdivisions - Mandatory product samples required during solicitation - Ramp-up period of 60-75 days post-award for stocking all sizes, with 7-day delivery after receipt of order - Additional items may be added to the contract; 1% administrative fee applies - Contract allows for annual pricing updates and up to three annual renewal options - Delivery/Performance Locations: - Primary delivery and use locations include Anamosa, Ft Madison, and Coralville, Iowa (likely correctional or state facilities)

Description

This contract is a master agreement for the procurement of Rawlings Cross Training Canvas Tie Athletic Shoes for women and Espy shoes for men, available in sizes 5-12 with regular and wide widths. The contract is awarded to KEEFE GROUP LLC and is available to all state agencies and other governmental entities in Iowa. The contract term is from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, with options for renewal. Payment terms are net 60, and delivery terms are FOB destination with freight prepaid.

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