UNSPSC 14121800: Coated papers

UNSPSC 14121800 Coated papers is a Class code covering specialty and commodity paper stock that state and local governments procure for printing, communications, and administrative operations. Recent solicitations show demand for cut-sheet paper in various finishes and weights, as well as roll paper for printing applications. The Illinois Secretary of State is actively buying offset paper in large volumes (300,000 sheets of 17.5" x 22.5" white smooth finish 60 LB Husky Opaque Offset), while the Illinois Department of Human Services has made multiple purchases of roll paper specifications (11" x 50" diameter, 5" core, 60# white). Work under this code involves straightforward supply procurement with tight delivery windows (typically two to three months from award), fixed pricing per unit, and standard compliance requirements including insurance minimums ($1,000,000 general commercial liability per occurrence), prevailing wage certification where applicable, and drug-free workplace documentation for larger vendors.

Recent activity concentrates in Illinois state agencies, with the Secretary of State, Department of Human Services, and other state offices posting RFQ and bid solicitations throughout 2026. The California Department of General Services, Procurement Division also solicited coated paper for voter registration cards in July 2026, though detailed specifications were not disclosed in the available materials. Illinois Department of Human Services posted repeat procurements for 11" x 50" roll paper in April and July 2026, with award notices requiring first truckload delivery within 30 to 60 days and complete order fulfillment by specified deadlines. The Illinois Secretary of State RFQ 27350SOSCOMM3B54593 for 300,000 sheets of offset paper, posted October 16, 2026 with response due October 23, 2026, represents the most recent activity under the code, with contract execution through March 31, 2027 and potential renewal or extension to a maximum ten-year term.