Exclusive Beverage and Pouring Rights

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) seeks a single vendor to assume exclusive campus‑wide beverage vending, pouring, and distribution rights for a 10‑year base period (with three optional 2‑year renewals). The contractor must supply, install, and maintain 51 vending machines across academic, residential, and student facilities, ensure Energy‑Star and ADA compliance, support post‑mix fountain beverages (priced by UMBC), provide equipment for the campus bookstore, and deliver a comprehensive marketing, sponsorship, and sustainability program. Financial commitments include a minimum annual guarantee, commission on gross sales, and optional arena sponsorship packages ranging from $150k to $225k annually, plus various donations and marketing support. The contract also requires a 5 % overall MBE subcontracting goal, specific insurance coverages, and strict service‑response penalties. • Provide and maintain 51 Energy‑Star‑certified, ADA‑compliant vending machines (operational by 31 June 2027). • Supply all cold beverage products (bottled, canned, and post‑mix) with UMBC handling purchasing and pricing controls. • Deliver a marketing and sponsorship plan, including optional athletics arena sponsorships (minimum $150k‑$225k per year). • Meet a 5 % MBE subcontracting target, maintain required insurance, and submit monthly performance and financial reports. • Commit to a minimum annual financial guarantee and commission structure, with potential total contract value in the low‑to‑mid millions over the base term.