Description
The California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a California‑certified small‑business vendor to supply a large quantity of paper towels and toilet paper for its Region 1 facilities during FY 26‑27 Q1. The solicitation is a non‑IT RFQ with an award ceiling of $250 K, and bids must be submitted by email. The scope includes multiple product line items (economy single‑fold and multifold towels, roll towels, 1‑ply and 2‑ply toilet paper) totaling 6,061 cases, with specific delivery dates in July, August and September 2026 and a 90‑day quantity‑adjustment window. All packaging, recycled‑content, and certification requirements are strictly defined.
• 6,061 cases of assorted paper towel and toilet paper products to be delivered to several CDCR prisons and warehouses in Region 1.
• Mandatory small‑business (SB) certification; award limited to $249,999.99.
• Delivery schedule: first shipment July 1 2026, final shipment September 1 2026; quantity may be adjusted ±30 % within 90 days of award.
• Required attachments include SB/DVBE certification, post‑consumer recycled‑content certification, GenAI reporting, and several state‑mandated forms.