Custodial Paper Product II

The Newark Board of Education is seeking a firm‑fixed‑price supplier to provide toilet tissue on an as‑needed basis for its 74 school locations over a two‑year period. Bids are submitted electronically, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract includes delivery, packaging, MSDS compliance, and optional “or equal” brand substitutions with required samples. • Supply of custodial toilet tissue (brand‑specific or “or equal”) with U.S. manufacturing preference. • Delivery to up to 74 school sites within 10 business days of each purchase order; 2,000 dispensers provided at no cost. • Mandatory submission of samples for any alternate‑brand bids, along with technical data sheets and side‑by‑side comparisons. • Required insurance (CGL $1M, auto $1M, workers’ comp) and compliance with Right‑to‑Know labeling and MSDS submission. • No bid bond; net‑30 payment terms; liquidated damages $100 per day for late delivery.