Description
The State Fiscal Accountability Authority (SFAA), Department of Procurement Services (DPS) is seeking proposals for the management and operation of the Lander University Bearcat Shop Bookstore retail location and related services. The scope of operation includes procurement and sale of new textbooks, used textbooks, textbook rentals, electronic/digital books, reference and trade books, stationery, student supplies, clothing, spirit items, fraternity and sorority items, and other merchandise items. Services shall include providing special book orders and distance learning course materials, used textbook purchase (buyback), copyright clearance and course packs, and other services ordinarily made available in college bookstores. The contract will have an initial term of three years with two one-year renewal options, for a maximum contract period of five years.
• The bookstore and retail locations operations may include the limited sale of drinks, snacks, candy bars, and other items for consumption.
• The contractor will be required to provide secure file transfer solutions and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of government information.
• The contractor will be required to comply with federal, state, and industry standards and best practices for information security.
• The contractor will be required to provide a comprehensive data dictionary of the database and ensure that all mobile interfaces comply with disability accessibility requirements.
• The contractor will be required to provide a detailed description of the accessibility features and explain compliance with and deviations from the guidelines of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0.