CPA's 2027-005 Paper Supplies, Art & Other Bid

The Cooperative Purchasing Agency (CPA) is soliciting bids under solicitation number PE-55964-NONST-2027-000000046 for the procurement of paper and art supplies for office and classroom use. The contract covers merchandise ordered between January 1, 2027, and December 31, 2027, with a required delivery timeline of 30 days following the issuance of a purchase order. Supplies, including construction paper, specialty paper, and poster boards, must be delivered F.O.B. destination to the CPA Warehouse in Cleveland, Georgia. Bids and required samples must be submitted by September 16, 2026, at 8:45 AM, with the official bid opening occurring at 9:00 AM that same day. Award decisions will be based on product equivalence, cost, packaging, and ease of stocking. While equivalent products are generally accepted, certain items may be restricted to specific brands, and American or Pacon brands are preferred for poster boards. Bidders must submit a signed and completed Bid Proposal Page and a W-9 form; new vendors are additionally required to provide at least three references. Payment terms are strictly NET 30, and as a State of Georgia agency, the CPA is exempt from all state sales and federal excise taxes. Failure to adhere to specifications or unauthorized substitutions may result in bid cancellation and permanent removal from the bidders list.