T24-072-14

The City of Tempe issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for books to support its Early Literacy Program. The program aims to provide high-quality, high-interest, and age-appropriate books to families in Tempe. The City selected Teacher Created Materials as the vendor to provide these books. The contract has a term of one year, with the option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. The City will order books from the vendor's catalog, and the vendor will provide discounts on its catalog prices. The contract also includes provisions for payment terms, warranties, and termination. Some key features of this contract include: • The City of Tempe is committed to sustainable practices and has developed a Sustainable Procurement Policy to guide its procurement decisions. • The vendor is required to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including those related to employment practices, working conditions, and environmental sustainability. • The contract includes provisions for the vendor to provide certification that it does not use forced labor in its supply chain. • The City of Tempe reserves the right to terminate the contract if the vendor fails to comply with the terms and conditions of the contract.