North Carolina eVP #Doc2373536849

Statewide Contract for Customizable Promotional Items for North Carolina Higher Education

North Carolina's Department of Administration is seeking vendors to supply customizable promotional items for higher education institutions statewide. - Government Buyer: - North Carolina Department of Administration, Division of Purchase & Contract - State Procurement Manager: Melinda Tomlinson - Products Requested: - Apparel (T-shirts, polos, sweatshirts, jackets, hats; adult, women's, youth, extended sizes) - Bags & Totes (tote bags, drawstring bags, backpacks, duffel bags, messenger bags; durable, eco-friendly options) - Drinkware (water bottles, tumblers, travel mugs, ceramic mugs, glassware; safety compliant, multiple capacities) - Writing Instruments (ballpoint pens, gel pens, stylus pens, pencils, highlighters; standard/premium, assorted colors) - Award & Recognition Gifts (plaques, trophies, certificates, custom pins, crystal awards; customizable, various materials) - Other Promotional Merchandise (keychains, lanyards, stress balls, calendars, basic tech accessories; functional, durable, eco-friendly) - OEMs & Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; vendors must hold collegiate licenses with North Carolina institutions - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be registered in the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) - Timely delivery, quality assurance, sustainability efforts, and comprehensive customer service required - Open enrollment to add vendors during contract period - Compliance with state and federal employment and non-discrimination laws - Estimated Contract Value: - $6,085,000 total estimated spend - Contract Duration: - Runs through June 30, 2029, with options for two one-year renewals

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the State of North Carolina's Division of Purchase & Contract for promotional items intended for higher education institutions. The procurement involves marketing and distribution activities under commodity code 801400. Vendors must be registered with the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal to respond. The proposal opening date is October 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.

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