Read Foundation Memphis School of Excellence School Uniforms RFP 2026
Memphis School Of ExcellenceSchool · Memphis, TN- Due
- Mar 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kimberly Hackworth
The 30-second brief
Read Foundation (RF), dba Memphis School of Excellence (MSE), is seeking a qualified vendor to manage the production, warehousing, online sales, and distribution of official school uniforms for approximately 1850 students in grades PreK–12. The selected vendor will implement a vendor-managed inventory and revenue-sharing model, hosting all inventory and providing a secure, school-branded online ordering portal for parents. Requirements include maintaining a 60-day stock level, quarterly profit distributions to RF, and compliance with PCI-DSS standards. Proposals must include wholesale pricing, portal functionality, and proof of insurance (General, Product, and Cyber Liability). The contract term is three years with renewal options. Submissions are due by March 24, 2026.
Company profile, Three references, Wholesale pricing breakdown, Portal functionality overview, Sample financial reconciliation report, Proof of insurance
Cost Structure – 30%, Portal Functionality – 25%, Inventory & Fulfillment Capacity – 20%, Experience & References – 15%, Financial Transparency – 10%
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Summary
Read Foundation (RF), dba Memphis School of Excellence (MSE), is seeking a qualified vendor to manage the production, warehousing, online sales, and distribution of official school uniforms for approximately 1850 students in grades PreK–12.
The selected vendor will implement a vendor-managed inventory and revenue-sharing model, hosting all inventory and providing a secure, school-branded online ordering portal for parents. Requirements include maintaining a 60-day stock level, quarterly profit distributions to RF, and compliance with PCI-DSS standards. Proposals must include wholesale pricing, portal functionality, and proof of insurance (General, Product, and Cyber Liability). The contract term is three years with renewal options. Submissions are due by March 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost Structure – 30%
- Portal Functionality – 25%
- Inventory & Fulfillment Capacity – 20%
- Experience & References – 15%
- Financial Transparency – 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Company profile
- Three references
- Wholesale pricing breakdown
- Portal functionality overview
- Sample financial reconciliation report
- Proof of insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1. Signature Page, Attachment 2. RF Conflict of Interest
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Memphis, TN
- Reported agency
- Read Foundation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Memphis School Of Excellence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kimberly Hackworth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Memphis School Of Excellence in TN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kimberly Hackworth. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Company profile, Three references, Wholesale pricing breakdown, Portal functionality overview, Sample financial reconciliation report, Proof of insurance. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost Structure – 30%, Portal Functionality – 25%, Inventory & Fulfillment Capacity – 20%, Experience & References – 15%, Financial Transparency – 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Memphis School Of Excellence?
All active and historical solicitations from Memphis School Of Excellence are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Memphis School Of Excellence regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment 1. Signature Page, Attachment 2. RF Conflict of Interest. Review the full document from Memphis School Of Excellence for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Memphis, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.