Printing-Security Paper for DHHS Vital Records

The North Dakota State Term Contract #140 for Printing-Security Paper is a specialized procurement vehicle designed to support the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Vital Records division. The contract enables the acquisition of high-security printed paper specifically intended for vital records documentation, with precise specifications for printing, storage, and delivery. Vendors are required to produce security paper in secure facilities with stringent destruction protocols, ensuring document integrity and confidentiality. The contract allows for the procurement of security paper in standardized quantities, with an estimated annual volume of 100,000 pieces organized into 200 packages of 500 pieces each.

The contract is awarded to Banknote Corporation of America, based in Browns Summit, NC, and has an initial period of performance from May 1, 2023, to April 30, 2026, with potential for renewal. The state-wide contract covers the entire state of North Dakota and is structured as a mandatory term contract for government agencies. Pricing is set at $340.00 per thousand pieces, with the contractor obligated to print and store one initial order of 100,000 pieces at no charge. The contract allows for government credit card purchases and includes specific delivery timelines of 21 days after order receipt. The total contract value is subject to the pricing outlined in the original proposal, with periodic amendments to adjust for market conditions such as paper price fluctuations.