Texas Tech University is seeking a contractor to manage its campus store, which includes a physical bookstore, online textbook and course material platform, merchandise/sundry store, and other services. The contractor will be responsible for providing textbooks, course materials, promotional merchandise, and other products to the university community. The contractor must demonstrate competence in modern campus business operations, provide innovative solutions, and maintain competitive pricing. The contract will be awarded based on the best value to the university, considering factors such as financial value, demonstrated ability to fulfill requirements, value-added options, and quality assurance plan. Some key points to note are: • The contractor must provide maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities, as well as daily cleaning and security services. • The contractor must comply with Texas laws and regulations, including those related to textbook adoption and sales. • The contractor must provide a commission structure for sales and a marketing plan to promote the store and its products. • The contractor must have the ability to integrate with the university's learning management system and provide digital offerings of books and course materials. • The contractor must provide a plan for rethinking the existing store space and possibilities for altering it.