NDSCS26-006 Beverage and Snack Provider

The North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) sought a full‑service provider to supply, stock, and maintain beverage and snack vending machines, micro‑markets, and fountain‑beverage equipment across its Wahpeton and Fargo campuses, with optional future convenience‑store services. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price (price firm for the first two years) with a five‑year base term and one optional five‑year renewal. After a competitive solicitation, the State issued a joint intent to award to Coca‑Cola and Snacks Plus; vendors must wait for a formal purchase order before commencing work. Key requirements include cash‑accepting vending machines, PCI‑DSS compliance, regular restocking (every 2–3 days), quarterly Brix testing for fountain drinks, provision of CO₂, cups, lids, and straws, and detailed monthly sales/commission reporting. • Scope: full‑service beverage & snack vending, micro‑markets, fountain‑beverage service, equipment maintenance, reporting, and optional convenience‑store. • Contract type: Firm‑Fixed‑Price with Adjustment, 5‑year base + 1 optional 5‑year renewal. • Award: Joint award to Coca‑Cola and Snacks Plus; work cannot start until a PO is issued. • Requirements: cash‑accepting machines, PCI‑DSS compliance, quarterly Brix tests, CO₂ supply, regular restocking, detailed sales reporting.