28892_May_19_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by EASTCONN, a cooperative purchasing organization in Connecticut, for Cafeteria Paper and Supplies for the academic period from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026. Solicitation Number 28892 was released on March 18, 2025, with a response deadline of April 18, 2025. The procurement opportunity is open to all vendors and covers comprehensive cafeteria paper products and supplies for educational institutions. The RFP includes accompanying documents such as a Delivery Location List and a Cafe Paper Product List, which will provide detailed specifications for potential bidders.

The solicitation does not specify an explicit award value or budget range and does not indicate any specific set-aside designations. Vendors are instructed to refer to the bid specifications for detailed delivery and payment terms. The contact person for inquiries is Heidi Radcliffe at EASTCONN, who can be reached at 860-455-1628 or hradcliffe@eastconn.org. As a cooperative purchasing opportunity, the bid suggests flexibility for vendors of various sizes and capabilities, with the primary requirement being the ability to provide consistent, reliable cafeteria paper and supplies that meet the diverse needs of participating educational institutions throughout the academic year.