TBRI® Pocket Guides Sole Source Purchase (Notice 256‑092)

Mississippi State University (MSU) is seeking a sole‑source purchase of 1,000 TBRI® Pocket Guides, printed reference materials that accompany Trust‑Based Relational Intervention® caregiver trainings. The guides are copyrighted and trademarked by the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University, which claims exclusive rights to produce and distribute them, thus justifying a sole‑source procurement. MSU has posted a notice inviting objections from any party that believes the item is not truly sole‑source; objections must be sent in writing to the Director of Procurement & Contracts. The total purchase amount is $10,000 (unit price $10 per guide) plus unspecified shipping costs. No competition, pre‑bid meeting, or site visit is indicated. • Item: 1,000 printed TBRI® Pocket Guides (approx. $10 each). • Vendor: Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development (exclusive rights holder). • Total value: $10,000 (shipping not itemized). • Deadline for submission: May 27, 2026, 8:00 am. • Objection process: Written notice to Jennifer Mayfield, CPPO – Director of Procurement & Contracts.