Buffalo Public Schools (New York) posted this IFB on Oct 30, 2026. Responses are due Nov 20, 2026. Category: Office Supplies & Equipment. Questions are due 2026-11-09 16:00. Solicitation number 27-0327-065.
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The Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) Athletics department is interested in receiving competitive bids for sports equipment for its 19 high school and 53 middle school programs.
Bidders will enter their pricing in the BPS Bonfire portal.
"Vendor/Brand" and "Item #" are provided as a reference.
Substitutes may be considered, pending approval, unless where indicated *NO SUBSTITUTES*.
Bidders must indicate any "equal-to" substitutions using the *Equal-to Substitution Details* document upload. Bidders should submit product data sheets (or similar). Substitute must be proven to meet all performance and quality standards of the specified product. All items are subject to review ensuring functionality, quality, and performance match.
Equipment must be NOCSEA certified. (National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment) and must meet National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS) standards.
Bid prices must include FOB Destination shipping to: Joseph Jones Service Center, 105 Bailey Ave., Buffalo, NY 14220-1049.
Award may be split among multiple bidders or may be awarded to one bidder.
Quantities indicated are estimates.
**Submission:** Electronic submittal is ALLOWED (and encouraged) via BPS BONFIRE portal at: https://buffaloschools.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. Only one method of submittal should be used; mailed responses will be entered into the electronic portal by the BPS Purchase Department for evaluation/scoring purposes. Mailed or delivered responses must include two (2) printed copies and one (1) electronic copy.
**Basis of Award:** Lowest Price. Award may be split among respondents.
Insurance is required. Response Surety ("Bid Bond") Required: No. Performance Bond Required: No. Formal contract required: No.
**Contract term:** Initial Award & Contract Term: Board Approval – 03/31/2027. Extensions: N/A (one-time purchase). Maximum Term End: 03/31/2027.
Proposals valid for: 90 days past closing minimum.
You will not be able to prepare a submission unless you submit 'Yes' for your Intent to Bid by **Nov 20, 2026 12:00 PM EST**.
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