PO26-348 6 and 12 in Boxes

The Illinois state procurement organization (PROCUREMENT418) has awarded a competitive sealed bidding contract to The Arc of the Quad Cities Area for the supply of cardboard boxes. The contract, identified as Release Competitive Sealed Bidding 25-416CMS-BOSS4-P-72454, covers two line items of brown kraft cardboard boxes with specific interior dimensions: 11.25" x 8.75" x 6" and 11.25" x 8.75" x 12". These single-wall C-flute cardboard boxes feature four-flap tops, manufacturer's joints with reinforced adhesive, and meet specifications including 200# bursting strength or 32 ECT minimum, with a maximum content load of 80 pounds.

The contract has a total value of $3,040.00, with a performance period from the award date of November 26, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The boxes are to be delivered flat and strapped in bundles of 25, with a minimum order quantity of 250 units. Both box types incorporate a minimum of 25% recycled content, with 35-50% pre-consumer and 35-50% post-consumer recycled materials. The procurement supports sustainable purchasing practices by specifying recycled content requirements while meeting specific packaging and strength specifications for the contracting organization.