Active SLED Opportunity · TEXAS · COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Coppell ISD seeks vendors for athletic equipment, uniforms, sporting goods, engraving, and related services via an informal RFP. The goal is to expand the vendor list for K-12 athletics, including bleachers and fitness equipment. Submissions accepted until May 31, 2028, with initial vendor list deadline July 29, 2025.
Coppell Independent School District (CISD) — Informal Request for Proposal (RFP): Catalog Bid Coppell ISD is issuing an Informal Request for Proposal (RFP) for a catalog bid focused exclusively on athletic equipment and related services. This includes, but is not limited to: Athletic equipment and supplies Team uniforms and gear Sporting goods Engraving for athletic awards Services related to athletic programs This solicitation may be issued annually to allow additional vendors to participate. If your company is awarded through this process, you do not need to resubmit until the next formal solicitation in 2028. Vendors who submitted a response last year do not need to reapply unless they wish to update their offering. The purpose of this RFP is to expand CISD’s current vendor list to ensure access to a broad range of qualified suppliers. Submission Requirements: Catalog Submission: Please include a link to or a copy of your catalog with your response. Discounts: If applicable, discounts should be provided in the designated section or included as an attachment. Questions & Assistance: Solicitation Questions: All questions must be submitted through the eBid system at https://coppellisd.ionwave.net/. General Inquiries: Contact the CISD Purchasing Department at 214-496-8055 or email purchasing@coppellisd.com. Technical Support (Ion Wave): For assistance accessing eBid, contact Ion Wave Support at 866-277-2645 ext. 4 or email support@ionwave.net. Important Dates: The initial deadline to be considered for inclusion on the Coppell ISD Vendor List is July 29, 2025, pending Board approval. Submissions received after this date will still be accepted but reviewed periodically, with vendor list updates made incrementally. CISD Reserves the Right to: Automatically renew agreements on an annual basis at the district’s discretion until the solicitation is reissued. Award contracts to multiple vendors to maintain a robust vendor list. Accept and review responses on a rolling basis. Notify vendors of awards through the CISD Vendor List platform. Vendors with Purchasing Cooperative Contracts: If your organization holds a current contract with one of CISD’s Board-Approved Purchasing Cooperatives, you are not required to respond to this solicitation. Your company will remain on the vendor list for the duration of the cooperative agreement. A complete list of Board-Approved Purchasing Cooperatives is available on the CISD Purchasing webpage. --- Q&A --- Q1: Which grade levels is the district seeking athletic services for? A1: All levels (K-12) Submitted: 10/2/2025 10:23:24 AM (CT) Q2: Does this include bleachers and seating? A2: Yes, this includes bleachers and seating. Submitted: 7/18/2025 10:38:29 AM (CT) Q3: Does this include fitness equipment such as cardio and strength machines? A3: Yes. Submitted: 6/30/2025 04:00:34 PM (CT) Q4: DO WE HAVE TO RESPOND TO YOUR DISCOUNT BIDS FOR YOU TO BE ABLE TO ORDER FROM US OR CAN YOU USE COOP BIDS SUCH AS TIPS & BUYBOARD TO MAKE PURCHASES IF WE ARE AN AWARDED VENDOR? A4: The district would be happy to utilize a cooperative agreement for your company, especially if the need arises. Please visit https://www.coppellisd.com/page/purchasing to ensure that your company is listed as an approved purchasing cooperative for Coppell ISD. Please note that Region 7 and Prospering Pals purchasing cooperatives are excluded from this process. Submitted: 6/30/2025 02:13:28 PM (CT)
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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