EdPac Copy Paper Auction for Q1

Solicitation AP27-610 is an Invitation for Bids issued by the Granite School District on behalf of the EdPAC Cooperative to procure copy paper for various school districts and higher education institutions across Utah. Participation is strictly limited to vendors pre-qualified through Solicitation AP27-009, including Business Essentials, Contract Paper Group, Kelly Spicer, Liberty Paper, Paper 101, SW School Supply, and Veritiv. The procurement process utilizes a reverse auction format via the Bonfire Utah Public Procurement Place portal, with specific bidding windows scheduled for December 2026, February 2027, June 2027, and September 2027. The contract requires the delivery of approved domestic or international paper brands on standard size, stretch-wrapped pallets. All shipments are FOB destination with freight prepaid, and vendors must invoice each participating agency separately. Awards are based on product quality, conformity to specifications, delivery time, and discount terms, though the Board of Education retains the right to purchase specific brands regardless of price. Compliance with the Utah Procurement Code, Title 63G Chapter 6a, and District policies is mandatory. Contractors must also certify they are not engaged in an economic boycott of Israel and adhere to federal and state non-discrimination laws. Payment is processed within thirty days of receiving a correct invoice, provided the contractor is the entity named on the Purchase Order.