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Department of Health Services·Wisconsin

Bookstore and Textbook Rental Services for UW-Eau Claire

Closes 11/23/2026$500k – $2MInvitation for Bid
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Description

The University of Wisconsin‑Eau Claire is seeking a qualified vendor to operate and manage its campus bookstore and textbook rental program. The contract will cover all aspects of daily store operations, inventory management, rental services, point‑of‑sale systems, online ordering, and customer service for students and faculty. The vendor must be capable of handling retail sales, rental logistics, and the integration with the university’s procurement platform (ShopUW+). Bids must be submitted electronically by the deadline, and a site inspection is scheduled for November 4, 2026 (attendance encouraged but not mandatory). • Operate UW‑Eau Claire campus bookstore and textbook rental services • Manage inventory, sales, rentals, and online ordering platforms • Provide staffing, customer service, and financial reporting • Integrate with the university’s ShopUW+ procurement system • Submit a complete bid by 11/23/2026 2:00 PM via the SciQuest portal

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Contact

Heidi Wallner

[email protected]

(608) 265-6645

Key dates

Opened
10/21/2026
Questions due
11/10/2026
Site visit
11/4/2026
Closes
11/23/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Retail Services
NAICS
453210
Solicitation №
2027-UWSYS-01489-RFB

Budget estimate

$500,000 – $2,000,000

No contract value is disclosed in the solicitation. University bookstore contracts of this size typically range from a few hundred thousand dollars to a few million dollars per year, depending on inventory size, rental volume, and service scope. Based on comparable university bookstore operations, a reasonable estimate would be between $500,000 and $2,000,000 annually. Factors influencing the final amount include the number of students served, the mix of sales vs. rentals, and any technology integration fees.

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