Color and Specialty Paper - NHPS

This contract pertains to the supply of general color and specialty paper for the New Haven Public Schools system. The vendor is required to deliver all ordered merchandise directly to Wilbur Cross High School in New Haven, CT, within five working days following the school's request. Deliveries are to be made during weekday mornings between 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., with strict instructions that each skid must contain only one type of paper, prohibiting mixed pallets. Quantities listed in the contract are estimated based on prior usage, but the Board of Education may adjust order quantities as needed, with payment only made for items actually ordered and delivered. Prices proposed in bids must remain valid for a full 12 months, extending beyond June 30, 2026. The contract also mandates adherence to manufacturer warranties and requires that shipments precisely match the quantities ordered; over shipments will not be paid for. Bidders are advised to specify quantities clearly if they deviate from the estimated amounts. All invoices must be dated on or after July 1, 2026, to be considered valid. The solicitation is managed by the New Haven Public Schools Curriculum Department, with designated points of contact provided for coordination. This solicitation ensures a steady supply of paper products, facilitating smooth operational support for the school system while maintaining strict delivery and billing standards.