The School District of Springfield R-12 is seeking competitive quotes for districtwide custom printed t-shirts. Bidders must respond online. Questions must be submitted through the e-bidding system by July 14, 2026, 2:00 PM CT. Responses are due by July 21, 2026, 2:00 PM CT. Two styles of t-shirts are requested: Gildan Softstyle (XS-5XL) and Port & Company Essential Tee (6XL), both in light blue with custom front and back designs. Packaging services are also required, involving sorting and boxing shirts for 73 school locations. Delivery is desired by August 10th, with flexibility on the date. Pricing for reorders within 90 days must remain the same. Bidders must adhere to district terms and conditions, and any deviations must be noted. Failure to comply with instructions or submitting alternate t-shirts may result in disqualification.
The desired delivery is fifteen (15) calendar days after the receipt of a properly executed order for Gildan t-shirts, and seven (7) calendar days for Port & Company t-shirts. The district will be flexible on the overall delivery date, with a desired delivery by August 10th.
Payment will occur no sooner than 30 days after receipt and acceptance of items and/or services or receipt of correct invoice, whichever is later.
Bidders must be in compliance with laws regarding conducting business in the state of Missouri, including business registration, certificate of authority, good standing, taxes, licenses, permits, and insurance.
Failure to adhere to delivery requirements will result in the termination of the agreement for breach. Shipping errors must be rectified by the vendor within 30 calendar days, or the items become property of the district.
Contacting district staff other than the buyer of record, failing to follow instructions regarding exceptions and deviations, falsifying response declarations, or failing to adhere to delivery requirements may result in disqualification or the firm being placed on the district's debarred vendor list.