Auction test only

This solicitation, titled "Auction test only" with solicitation number AP26-XXX IFB, is a one-time spot purchase for copy paper conducted by the Granite School District Purchasing Department under the Utah state agency. Bids are due by June 17, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via U3P or as a signed, sealed physical copy delivered to the Granite School District Purchasing Department in Salt Lake City, Utah; email and fax submissions are prohibited. Only vendors pre-qualified through Solicitation #AP26-009 - EdPAC SOQ may participate, and bidders must comply with all federal and state laws, including certification of non-debarment, non-boycott of Israel under Utah Code 63G-27-102, and active participation in E-Verify for employee eligibility verification. Approved paper products are specified with exact manufacturer part numbers for both domestic and international brands, and bids for equivalent products must include complete manufacturer literature demonstrating equal use, quality, economy, and performance. Delivery is FOB destination with freight prepaid and allowed, all goods must arrive on standard pallets and be stretch wrapped, and each participating school district will issue a separate purchase order based on anticipated usage listed in the "2026 Q# Paper Needs" attachment. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder who meets specifications, with evaluation considering product quality, conformity, purpose, delivery time, discount terms, and other criteria outlined. The agency retains the right to accept any item or group of items, reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, cancel the solicitation, or purchase specific brands regardless of price. Contractors must provide commercial general liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, workers’ compensation at statutory limits, and commercial automobile liability of $1 million per occurrence, with policies issued by companies authorized in Utah. All goods remain the contractor’s responsibility until final inspection and acceptance by the district, which has 30 days to inspect for conformity. Nonconforming goods may be returned, replaced, or replaced at the contractor’s expense, and redelivery requires prior written consent. Invoices for each district must be submitted within 30 days of delivery with the purchase order number and detailed charges, and payments are made within 30 days of receiving a correct invoice. Late payments beyond 60 days may incur interest under the Utah Prompt Payment Act. All records must be retained for six years after final