2027-Annual Buy-900 Art Equipment and Supplies

The Educational Service Unit Coordinating Council (ESUCC) is issuing an Annual Buy competitive sealed‑bid solicitation for art equipment and supplies (and nine other product categories) to be sold to Nebraska public schools, ESUs, and participating South Dakota schools. Vendors must be pre‑registered in ESUCC’s online procurement system, submit electronic bids by 3 PM CST on 9 December 2026, and may be required to post a $2,500 bid bond. The contract is a “FOB Destination Tailgate” arrangement with a 4 % administrative fee on awarded line‑items and a 2 % fee on catalog‑only sales. Delivery deadlines run through July 2027, with net‑45 payment terms and late‑delivery penalties of 2 % per month. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder, with the possibility of multiple awards per category. • 10 product categories (including Art Equipment & Supplies) • Bid submission electronically via ESUCC’s IonWave sourcing portal • Bid bond required: $2,500 (cash, certified check, money order, or surety) • Administrative fee: 4 % on awarded items, 2 % on catalog‑only items • Delivery: FOB Destination, tailgate; first delivery dates in February 2027, final delivery deadline July 23 2027 • Payment: Net 45 days from receipt; penalties for late delivery (2 %/month) • Award timeline: Awards finalized 12 January 2027; contract governed by Nebraska law • Vendors must comply with extensive federal and state labor, anti‑kickback, and non‑discrimination statutes.