Description
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is seeking an exemption from competition for the purchase of WIC printed materials. The exemption is requested due to the impracticality and disadvantage of transitioning to a new vendor for a short-term gap period. The proposed supplier is Alexander Clark, and the anticipated total cost is $40,500. The exemption is needed to ensure continuity of service and timely delivery of printed materials.
Key points to consider:
• The exemption is requested for a one-time purchase of printed materials.
• The proposed supplier, Alexander Clark, maintains custody of WIC's physical and digital print files.
• Transitioning to a new vendor would be time-prohibitive and operationally disruptive.
• The exemption is needed to ensure continuity of service and timely delivery of printed materials.
• The Department's bid for printed materials (Event 1153) will be open from 12/11/2025 and closes 1/9/2026.