Replenish specialty paper

The Illinois Secretary of State, through the Communications agency, is soliciting bids to replenish its specialty paper stock. The contract requires the procurement of 300,000 sheets of 17.5 by 22.5 inch White Smooth Finish Husky Opaque Offset Paper with a weight of 60 LB and 89 GSM. Supplies must be delivered FOB Destination to Springfield, Illinois, and must be received within two weeks of an order being placed. Packaging specifications require 500 ream wrapping with 2,000 to 3,000 sheets per box. While overruns are not permitted, a 2 percent underrun is acceptable, though payment will only be made for the actual units received. The award will be granted to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest price. Bidders must provide a full price proposal and complete all required certifications, including financial disclosures, conflict of interest forms, and compliance with the United States Civil Rights Act and the Illinois Department of Human Rights Act. Vendors are required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including 1 million dollars per occurrence for General Commercial Liability and Auto Liability, and 2 million dollars for the annual aggregate of General Commercial Liability. Invoices for expenses incurred through June 30 must be submitted by July 31 of that year, and the contract remains contingent upon the availability of funds.