Pouring Rights and Vending Services for USD

The University of South Dakota is seeking a qualified vendor to provide full‑service vending, beverage pouring rights, and convenience‑store stock across its Vermillion campus. The contract covers roughly 80 vending machines in 27 buildings, fountain dispensers for all food‑service locations, and beverage inventory for campus convenience stores. The vendor must supply Energy‑Star certified machines, accept multiple payment methods (including the campus “Coyote” card), provide 24‑hour service response, and meet extensive reporting, insurance, and compliance requirements. The three‑year base term may be extended up to five years, and the university expects a financial contribution (commissions and sponsorship) from the vendor. • Approx. 80 vending machines, 27 locations, plus fountain dispensers and convenience‑store stock. • Mandatory Energy‑Star, PCI‑compliant payment hardware, occupancy‑sensing lighting, and 24‑hour service response. • Required quarterly sales reporting, financial contribution proposal, and compliance with NSF, NAMA, OSHA, ADA, and insurance standards.