Description
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) seeks a California‑certified Small Business or DVBE to supply a large volume of standard‑size toilet paper and paper towels to multiple Region 5 facilities during FY 26‑27. The contract is limited to $249,999.99, will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder, and requires delivery in three scheduled windows (January, February, March 2027). Bidders must provide all‑inclusive case pricing, meet post‑consumer recycled‑content percentages, and submit a full suite of certifications (SB/DVBE, Darfur, GenAI, etc.).
• Required products include economy single‑fold and multi‑fold paper towels, roll towels, and 1‑ply and 2‑ply toilet paper in specific case configurations (total ~6,946 cases).
• Delivery must be FOB Destination with freight prepaid; shipments go to dozens of CDCR institutions across Southern California.
• Mandatory certifications include Small Business/DVBE eligibility, Darfur Contracting Act, CalRecycle recycled‑content, GenAI reporting, and various payee data records.
• Bids are submitted via email only, with a deadline of 2 p.m. on 9 Oct 2026; questions due by 7 Oct 2026.