Bookstore Provider and Operations
Federal opportunity from 110 - Procurement • North Shore Community College. Place of performance: MA. Response deadline: Mar 10, 2026. Industry: NAICS UNSPSC 81-16-00.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
Related hubs & trends
Navigate the lattice: hubs for browsing, trends for pricing signals.
Point of Contact
Agency & Office
More in NAICS UNSPSC 81-16-00
Description
North Shore Community College is seeking proposals from qualified vendors/contractors to provide innovative, student-centered retail and distribution services that ensure timely and equitable access to required and recommended course materials, course-related supplies, spirit wear, commencement regalia, and essential campus retail items on both the Lynn and Danvers campuses.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
North Shore Community College seeks proposals for a Bookstore Provider and Operations focused on innovative, student-centered services to ensure access to course materials and supplies. This opportunity spans both the Lynn and Danvers campuses, aiming for improved retail and distribution solutions. Proposals are due by March 10, 2026, providing ample time for vendors to develop comprehensive submissions.
The buyer aims to secure a vendor capable of delivering timely and equitable access to required educational materials, course supplies, spirit wear, commencement regalia, and essential items for both campuses.
- Assess current bookstore operations
- Develop innovative service proposals
- Outline distribution logistics for course materials
- Propose retail solutions tailored to student needs
- Design a partnership model for efficient operations
- Detailed proposal outlining innovative services
- Evidence of similar past performance
- Plan for distribution logistics
- Pricing model for services offered
- Compliance documentation
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Specific requirements for proposal format
- Expected volume of materials to be supplied
- Detail on the decision-making process
- Current vendor performance metrics
- Information on competition in the region
FAQ
How do I use the Market Snapshot?
It summarizes awarded-contract behavior for the opportunity’s NAICS and sector, including a recent pricing band (P10–P90), momentum, and composition. Use it as context, not a guarantee.
Is the data live?
The signal updates as new awarded notices enter the system. Always validate the official award and solicitation details on SAM.gov.
What do P10 and P90 mean?
P10 is the 10th percentile award size and P90 is the 90th percentile. Together they describe the typical spread of award values.