Replenish specialty paper

The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking a vendor to supply a specific specialty paper to replenish its inventory. The paper must be 17.5” × 22.5”, white, smooth‑finish Husky opaque offset, 60 lb (89 gsm), packaged in cartons of 3,200 sheets (500‑ream wrapped). The required quantity is approximately 300,800 sheets (94 cartons), with a permissible 2 % underrun and no overruns. Delivery must be FOB destination to the agency’s communications office in Springfield, Illinois, and must arrive within two weeks of each order. The contract is a firm‑price small purchase, effective until March 31 2027, and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Product: 17.5” × 22.5” white offset paper, 60 lb, 500‑ream wrapped, cartons of 3,200 sheets • Quantity: ~300,800 sheets (94 cartons), 2 % underrun allowed, no excess quantity • Delivery: FOB destination to 319 North Klein St., Springfield, IL 62702, within 2 weeks of order • Contract term: Up to March 31 2027 (≈ 1 year) • Award basis: Lowest responsive and responsible bid (price‑only)