RFP 049302402 Class Rings for Class Years 2027-2031

Background
This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks to solicit proposals to establish a contract for class rings through competitive negotiations by Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), an agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The RFP provides background on the Virginia Tech Class Ring Program, its traditions, and the significance of class rings as a symbol of the university's rich tradition and individual class accomplishments.

Work Details
The Contractor is required to provide class rings for the Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030, and 2031. The rings should include large traditional, small traditional, large and small signets, miniature, and fashion rings. The Contractor must collaborate with the Ring Design Committees for each class to develop and approve ring designs and marketing strategies.
Additionally, the Contractor is responsible for promoting the ring collections, funding the Ring Premiere event, and determining ring pricing based on gold purchase dates. The Contractor must also include financial provisions for space rental charges, exclusive rights to sell class rings, and additional marketing expenses.

Period of Performance
The term of this contract is for Five (5) 'CLASS' years or as negotiated.

Place of Performance
The geographic location(s) for performance of this contract is not explicitly specified in the provided information.