The City of Tucson has established an annual requirements contract for the purchase of promotional products, trophies, plaques, and awards. The contract is valued at approximately $80,000 per year, with $50,000 allocated for promotional products and $30,000 for trophies, plaques, and awards. The contractor, Spartan Promotional Group, Inc., will provide a range of items, including mugs, pencils, pins, stickers, and other miscellaneous giveaways, as well as trophies, plaques, and awards for employee recognition. The contract includes provisions for pricing, payment terms, and delivery, with a focus on quality and customer service. Some key points include:
• The City reserves the right to obtain like goods or services from another source when necessary.
• The contractor is responsible for maintaining all federal, state, and local licenses and permits required for the operation of the business.
• The City may terminate the contract without penalty or further obligation if any person significantly involved in initiating, negotiating, securing, drafting, or creating the contract becomes an employee of, or a contractor to, any other party to the contract.
• The contractor warrants that all materials or services delivered under the contract shall conform to the specifications of the contract.
The contract is for a term of 8 years, with the option to renew. The City's goal is to establish a long-term partnership with the contractor to provide high-quality promotional products and awards to its employees and departments.