How to bid on athletics apparel for Southwest Minnesota State University

What Southwest Minnesota State University is buying

Southwest Minnesota State University is seeking proposals for athletic team and department uniforms, game-day apparel, spirit wear and practice gear.

This supplies opportunity may suit vendors that provide athletic apparel, footwear, equipment or branding services for teams and departments.

Key date and deadline

The RFP was published October 23, 2026. Proposals are due November 24, 2026, at 12:30 AM ET.

Submit before the deadline. The provided information does not state what happens to late responses, so check the event details for submission instructions and timing.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is relevant to suppliers of athletic uniforms, game-day apparel, spirit wear and practice gear. Firms with experience serving athletic teams or departments may find the work a good fit.

How to find and respond to the RFP

Open the Minnesota State public bid board and find event SRC-SMSU-2027-000647-RFP. You can browse the public board without an account.

Register a free vendor account on the portal to download documents or submit a response. Review the event details and submit before the deadline.

Prepare a clear, competitive response

Read the solicitation documents closely and use them to confirm what products and information the university requests. Make sure your response addresses each requested item.

Describe the apparel and gear you can provide in clear terms. Check that product details, pricing, and any supporting information are consistent across your response.

Allow time to complete portal registration, download the documents and submit your proposal. Confirm that the portal shows your response as submitted before the deadline.