AP27-009- EdPAC SOQ - Vendor & Copy Paper Pre-Qualification

The Granite School District, acting on behalf of the Education Purchasing Advisory Council, is conducting a Vendor and Copy Paper Pre-Qualification process under solicitation number AP27-609- SOQ. This action is strictly for pre-qualification to determine which vendors and paper products are eligible to participate in quarterly copy paper bids scheduled for December 2026, March 2027, June 2027, and September 2027. These subsequent bids will facilitate cooperative purchases for school districts and political subdivisions throughout Utah. Pricing is not to be submitted during this phase. To achieve pre-qualification, vendors must submit a Vendor Pre-Qualification Questionnaire via the Bonfire Utah Public Procurement Place portal. Paper products must meet strict technical specifications, including 8.5 x 11 inch white virgin long grain paper, 20 lb weight, and a brightness of 92 or higher. Vendors proposing brands not already on the approved list must provide technical specification sheets and one sample case of ten reams for physical testing to ensure minimal jamming and dust collection in high-speed printers. Packaging requirements are rigorous, requiring 500 sheets per ream and non-slick exterior cartons to prevent sliding hazards; non-compliant packaging may lead to product rejection or vendor disqualification. The process is governed by Utah law and the District's Purchase Order Terms and Conditions for Goods. Qualified vendors must certify they are not debarred from government contracting and must comply with various federal and state non-discrimination and employment laws. Required insurance includes Workers Compensation and Commercial Automobile Liability with a minimum limit of 1 million dollars per occurrence. All electronic submissions must be made through the U3P portal by the deadline of October 13, 2026, and any required physical samples must be delivered to the Granite School District in Salt Lake City.