NIGP 70065: Paper Drilling Machines

NIGP 70065 Paper Drilling Machines, an Item code, encompasses hydraulic and automated drilling equipment for high-volume commercial print and bindery operations. State and local governments procure these machines as part of broader print-shop modernization efforts to handle specialized drilling tasks — particularly multi-spindle paper drilling for binding, hole-punching, and collation operations. The Texas Workforce Commission's recent IFB 3202700010 for print shop equipment exemplifies the scope: a hydraulic three-spindle paper drill with three drill heads, drilling capacity from 1/8" to 1/2", adjustable stroke speeds up to 18 per minute, and dual electrical specifications (208 or 230 volts, 1 Phase, 60 Hz AC). Issuing bodies under this code include state workforce and administrative agencies purchasing internal print-production equipment; school districts and municipalities also source drilling machines for in-house printing operations.

The Texas Workforce Commission is the primary recent buyer identified, issuing IFB 3202700010 on March 11, 2026, with bids due April 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time for purchase, delivery, installation, maintenance, setup, training, and interchangeable dies. Pricing must be firm-fixed and all-inclusive; evaluation follows the Best Value Standard under Texas Government Code. Texas state preferences apply to Texas-owned businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises, recycled or environmentally sensitive materials, and energy-efficient products. Non-governmental bidders must complete a Financial Questionnaire demonstrating financial soundness and provide proof of $1,000,000 per-occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate Commercial General Liability coverage. The anticipated contract start date is May 2026. No other states or jurisdictions appear in recent opportunities for this code.