Uniforms and Accessories

The Local Government Purchasing Cooperative, doing business as BuyBoard, has established contract 773-25 for the procurement of uniforms and accessories. With an estimated value of 86,022,599 dollars, the contract covers a diverse range of apparel and equipment, including cheerleading, drill team, dancewear, public safety, ARC rated and flame resistant gear, industrial towels, custodial, maintenance, food service, medical, nursing, business, career, and student uniforms. Additionally, the scope includes a full line rental program for uniforms, mats, and mops, as well as band and flag corps uniforms. The contract period runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with two optional one-year renewals. Awards are based on a best-value trade-off approach, prioritizing price competitiveness at 45 percent of the evaluation, followed by vendor past performance, reputation, financial and technical resources, and the capability to service cooperative members. Awarded vendors provide specific percentage discounts off their catalogs, and all products must be new and first-class condition with a minimum 90-day warranty. Delivery and inspection occur at the destination of the individual cooperative member, with freight and transportation charges prepaid by the vendor. Administration is managed by the Cooperative Administrator in Austin, Texas, requiring vendors to submit monthly invoice reports via email.