Lease, Rental, and Purchase Services of Chair Back Stadium Seats at University Home Sporting Events

Texas A&M University Athletics is soliciting proposals under solicitation number TAMU-RFP-27-5139 for a qualified vendor to provide lease, rental, and purchase services of chair back stadium seats. The services will support fans attending home sporting events at Kyle Field and other athletic facilities in College Station, Texas. The selected vendor will be responsible for operational tasks including pre-season seat audits, managing online ordering and payment systems, and providing game day rental carts at each gate for the distribution and collection of seats. The contract is for an initial term of three years, with the university reserving the right to renew for up to two additional one-year periods. Award selection is based on the best value to the state, evaluated through a 100-point system covering technical proposals, relevant experience, financial proposals, marketing plans, product comfort/options, and references. Vendors must provide detailed product specifications, durability documentation, and physical samples of the chairs. Strict requirements are in place for insurance coverage, including a five million dollar umbrella liability limit, and the submission of a HUB Subcontracting Plan and Non-Collusion Affidavit. Payment operations must support all major credit/debit cards and Apple Pay, as cash and personal checks are prohibited in the venue. Proposals are due by November 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST.