Port of Houston #1197222

Port of Houston Authority Solicits Promotional Items and Online Apparel Store Management

The Port of Houston Authority is seeking proposals for a comprehensive promotional items and online apparel store program to support its branding, outreach, and employee engagement initiatives. - Government Buyer: - Port of Houston Authority (Corporate Communications and Branding) - Scope of Procurement: - Two-year contract with a two-year renewal option - Management of a dedicated online store for Port Houston-branded apparel and promotional products - Program management including brand/logo control, order fulfillment, shipping (including drop shipments), customer support, and detailed reporting - Print-on-demand model (no inventory storage required) - Acceptance of purchase orders and payment within 45 days - Products Requested (Sample Market Basket): - Port Authority Xcape Computer Backpacks (#BG100), 20 units - Next Level Apparel CVC T-shirts (#6210), 800 units - Brilliant Promos Ellipse Softy Metal Pens (SKU TP6), 500 units - AeroLOFT Anywhere Belt Bags (SKU ALB-AL22), 100 units - 4allpromos Rechargeable Handheld Fans (SKU 313-287), 150 units - Everything Branded Vienna Hard Bound JournalBooks (#523481/1671627), 200 units - 4Imprint Shed Rain UnbelievaBrella Reverse Umbrellas (#151520), 50 units - JMA Distinctive Branding RPET Fleece Blankets (#UBGFG-QBVVW), 50 units - 4Imprint Crossland 20-Can Outdoor Coolers (#151687-FC), 30 units - 4Imprint Microfiber Golf Towels (#155519-1515-24HR), 200 units - 4Imprint Carver Zip Pocket Drawstring Sportpacks (#149740), 300 units - Notable Requirements: - All products must adhere to Port Houston brand guidelines - Vendors must provide minimum discounts on additional catalog items beyond the sample basket - Emphasis on Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation with required documentation for SBE credit - Non-divisible proposal structure (all items/services must be provided by one vendor) - Electronic submission via Workday eProcurement System - Referenced OEMs/Brands: - Port Authority, Next Level Apparel, Brilliant Promos, AeroLOFT, 4allpromos, Everything Branded, 4Imprint, JMA Distinctive Branding - No inventory storage required; all items are print-on-demand

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of promotional items and an online apparel store that allows Port Houston staff to purchase brand-approved items. These items are intended to promote Port Houston for outreach activities, special events, business development, and internal engagement needs. The solicitation includes a request for proposals with detailed instructions, response forms, and a price exhibit. The procurement process includes a pre-proposal conference held via Teams and requires all responses to be submitted electronically through the Workday eProcurement System by the specified due date.

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