003-PUR-2027 Restock of Copy Paper

The Dougherty County Board of Education is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to supply copy and printer paper to restock its district warehouse located at 601 Flint Avenue, Albany, Georgia. The contract, designated as 003-PUR-2027 (solicitation number PE-64710-NONST-2027-000000073), spans a one-year period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with deliveries required on an FOB destination basis. The solicitation calls for providing 2,520 cases of standard copy paper sized 8.5" x 11" with specific quality requirements including 20 lb. basis weight, a brightness of at least 92%, opacity of at least 88%, and moisture content between 4-5%. Additionally, sustainability criteria mandate a minimum of 30% post-consumer recycled content along with FSC or SFI certification and a process chlorine-free standard. Vendors must ensure timely and consistent delivery to maintain an uninterrupted supply, with packaging preferences favoring environmentally sustainable materials. The contract incorporates several locally developed clauses dated April 28, 2026, addressing rights and remedies, delivery terms, material safety data submission, local preference, and an optional piggyback clause allowing other agencies to utilize the contract. Compliance with the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act is mandatory, requiring E-Verify enrollment for all employees and subcontractors along with criminal background checks for personnel working on school grounds. Vendors must submit multiple certifications including non-collusion, debarment and exclusion disclosures, and contractor security affidavits. Proposal submission demands physical, sealed documents received by May 27, 2026, and adherence to specific submission labeling is required. Evaluation considers economic, environmental, and social sustainability factors with no formal weighting system; awards will be made at the district’s discretion for best overall value. While pricing is not provided in the documents, the solicitation underscores a commitment to ethical procurement, supplier accountability, and sustainability objectives throughout the contract lifecycle.