Specifications include, but are not limited to: Jackson State University (JSU) is soliciting proposals for the purpose of awarding a contract for Athletic team, coaches and staff apparel, footwear and soft goods. Jackson State University Athletics currently has an agreement with Russell Athletics, LLC for all sports which will expire on June 30, 2018. At the time of expiration of the agreements, the contract awarded to the vendor from this RFP, if in the best interest of the University, will become the exclusive all-sports apparel vendor. It is the intent of JSU to enter into a multiyear agreement with a qualified and experienced athletic apparel and equipment company to produce a full range of athletic uniforms and related apparel, footwear, and equipment for all teams in the JSU athletic department on an as-needed basis. Apparel is to outfit JSU’s athletic coaches, players, and staff members