Paper, Continuous Feed, Offset Book (RFI)

The State of California’s Department of General Services is conducting a market research RFI to develop a statewide contract for supplying various paper products—including continuous‑feed, offset book, bond, roll, and folio—while meeting environmentally preferable purchasing (EPP) criteria. The agency seeks detailed vendor information on product availability, pricing, inventory, sourcing strategies, and potential subcontracting opportunities for logistics services. Respondents must complete the attached questionnaire and submit by the October 8 2026 deadline. • Paper product categories: continuous‑feed, offset book, bond, roll, and folio, all required to meet EPP and possibly a 30 % post‑consumer recycled content minimum. • Contract estimate: approximately $5 million per year for an initial two‑year term (potentially up to five years with extensions). • Vendor input needed on inventory levels, domestic vs. international sourcing, lead times, minimum order quantities, and allocation logic for simultaneous orders. • Sub‑contracting opportunities for California‑certified small businesses or DVBE firms in delivery, warehousing, and transportation. • Submission requirement: completed Attachment A (questionnaire) and any supporting product literature emailed to the primary contact by the deadline.