Instructional Materials (Books, e-Books, Textbooks and Periodicals

Alief Independent School District is seeking vendors to provide discounted pricing on instructional materials, including books, e-books, textbooks, and periodicals, under a contract initially spanning from August 1, 2020, to July 31, 2021, with the possibility of four annual renewal periods extending the contract through July 31, 2025. The district emphasizes that proposals must be submitted via fax or email before the June 12, 2020, deadline, as late or faxed responses will not be accepted. The district plans to award contracts at the July 2020 School Board Meeting, with awards made on a continual basis to multiple vendors throughout the initial term and renewal periods, allowing for periodic evaluation and acceptance of new responses. Vendors are encouraged to submit their proposals promptly to be considered for award, which will be communicated via notification from the district. The solicitation, identified as number 2026, was posted on May 29, 2020, with responses accepted until April 30, 2025. The contract is associated with the NAICS code 513130 and is managed by the Texas-based Alief Independent School District. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Kathy Barzilla, reachable by email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The district aims to establish multiple vendor relationships to ensure a broad and competitive selection of instructional materials throughout the contract duration.