Specifications include, but are not limited to:Texas A&M University-Texarkana (herein referred to as the University) is soliciting proposals from qualified companies for the operation of the University Bookstore. The University is an institution of higher education located at 7101 University Ave, Texarkana, TX. It is the intent of the University to solicit proposals for the operation of the University Bookstore. The University expects to contract with a qualified and experienced bookstore management company to operate the University’s on-campus bookstore. The bookstore will make available for sale all items needed by students, faculty, and staff to carry out the academic mission of the University, including new and used textbooks, logo and non-logo merchandise, logo and non-logo apparel, trade books, and novelty items. The University desires to engage the services of an outside vendor and independent contractor and not as an employee. The Contractor must have demonstrated competence in providing these services and must have the qualifications necessary to perform the services outlined in this RFP.