Class Rings and Graduation Announcements

The University of South Carolina Upstate is seeking an exclusive marketing and sales agent to promote, market, and sell its class rings and graduation announcements. The contract will run for an estimated maximum of five years (initial two‑year term with three one‑year renewal options). The vendor will receive a minimum $100 commission per ring sold (estimated 600 rings) and a 35 % commission on graduation announcement sales (estimated 1,500 units), plus an annual marketing stipend. The award will be posted 11/10/2026, and offers must be submitted by 10/20/2026. • Scope: Marketing, promotion, and direct sales of class rings and graduation announcements. • Compensation: $100 per ring + 35 % of announcement sales + annual marketing stipend. • Contract length: Up to 5 years (2 yr base + 3 yr options). • Required: Single legal entity, sealed offer, online or hard‑copy submission. • Key dates: Questions due 10/05/2026, submission deadline 10/20/2026, award 11/10/2026.