Custom and Branded Promotional Items Supply Contract

This contract aims to establish a streamlined process for acquiring branded promotional items, tradeshow displays, uniforms, awards, and gifts featuring NC State logos, ensuring they are vetted and licensed through the Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC). The university intends to create a list of licensed suppliers to serve its campus community, facilitating the procurement of these items primarily for internal use. Vendors interested in participating must obtain an Internal Campus Supplier license from CLC, and the contract may be awarded to multiple vendors to best meet the diverse needs of the university. Pricing will be a key factor in evaluating bids, with purchases of $5,000 or more requiring a formal purchase order, while smaller orders will be managed directly by departments without a purchase order. The solicitation, titled "Custom and Branded Promotional Items Supply Contract," was posted on March 24, 2025, with a response deadline of April 4, 2025. It is open to suppliers within the NAICS code 315210, which pertains to apparel manufacturing, and is managed by North Carolina State University under the North Carolina State agency. The contract value is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, reflecting the scope of procurement anticipated. The contract aims to ensure the university's promotional items are sourced from licensed vendors, maintaining brand integrity and compliance with licensing agreements. Further details can be accessed through the provided link to the solicitation.