FORMAL RFB

This three‑year fixed‑price contract (NTE $870,000) calls for the supply, inventory‑control, and two‑day delivery of reprographic paper (three classifications) to more than 80 Cuyahoga County agencies, courts, and departments. The vendor must provide all‑inclusive per‑carton pricing, maintain a seven‑day inventory at a local distribution point, and meet strict U.S.‑manufactured paper specifications. The award will be made to the lowest responsive bidder, with diversity participation goals (SBE 3 %, MBE 12 %, WBE 5 %) and mandatory insurance and bonding (bid bond $71,500; performance bond $250,000). Key obligations include badge and background‑check fees for on‑site personnel, quarterly price‑adjustment mechanisms after an initial 90‑day firm‑price period, and six‑month usage reporting. The contract incorporates a pre‑bid conference, detailed delivery windows, and extensive compliance requirements. • Scope: Provide 20 lb white paper (10 % & 30 % post‑consumer fiber) and 24 lb virgin bond in various sizes, plus optional colored papers. • Delivery: Within 2 business days of order, 7‑day inventory at vendor’s Cleveland‑area warehouse, F.O.B. destination, no extra freight charges. • Compliance: Mandatory bonds, insurance, diversity goals, badge/background‑check fees, and quarterly price adjustments.