Master Order to Provide Low Quarter Dress Shoes

Texas A&M University is soliciting bids to establish a Master Order for the procurement of low quarter dress shoes for male and female personnel, with the solicitation number TAMU-TAMU-ITB-26-5067 and a submission deadline of July 27, 2026. The shoes must meet specific model requirements: Altama Style #608001 for both male and female footwear and Altama Style #609011 for certain female sizes, or equivalent products from a branded manufacturer with comparable or superior specifications. All items must be new, unused, and of current production quality, with vendors required to submit detailed product literature, technical specifications, and diagrams for any alternative offerings. The contract will run initially from September 1, 2026, for one year with automatic one-year renewals up to a maximum of five years, unless either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least 30 days prior to expiration. Delivery must be F.O.B. Destination, freight prepaid and allowed, with all shipping, handling, and fuel surcharge costs borne by the vendor. Orders will be placed as needed, and any unused quantities at the end of the term will be canceled. Vendors must offer firm unit pricing for the entire contract duration, with any tariffs, duties, or customs fees itemized separately and excluded from the unit price. Award will be made based on best value criteria, considering price, vendor reputation, product quality, fulfillment of institutional needs, past performance, HUB and disability compliance, long-term cost, and other business factors, with minimum specifications serving as a mandatory pass/fail gate. A minimum one-year warranty on all parts and accessories is required, and warranty service performance will influence renewal decisions. Payment will be made on a 100% Net 30 basis upon receipt and acceptance of goods and an uncontested invoice, with invoices required to reflect quoted prices and include proper documentation. The university retains the right to issue formal change orders for additional items, subject to mutual written consent. Submission is primarily through the AggieBid portal, with manual submissions accepted only via email, express mail, USPS, or hand delivery to the specified address, provided a completed W9 form is included. Vendors must register on AggieBid or complete the manual submission process, and must agree to both the portal’s terms and Texas A&M’s official bid terms. Compliance with Texas safety, health, and environmental standards is mandatory, and subcontracting