28971_May_19_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op for Groton Public Schools, solicitation number 28971, seeking paper products and utensils for K-12 school districts. The procurement is open from March 21, 2025, at 7:00 AM EDT to April 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM EDT, with a vendor Q&A period running from March 21, 2025, at 8:00 AM EDT to April 18, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT. The solicitation is open to all vendors and includes delivery terms of Free On Board Destination. The primary contact is Ernest Koschmieder from Groton Public Schools, located at 154 Tollgate Road, Groton, CT 06340, reachable at 860-449-7208 or ekoschmieder@groton.k12.ct.us.

The RFP includes two attached documents: "Paper Invitation.pdf" and "Copy of Paper Spec Sheet.xlsx", which are expected to provide detailed product specifications. Payment terms are vendor-specified, and no specific line items or estimated total contract value are provided. The procurement appears designed as a cooperative purchasing arrangement to enable K-12 school districts in New London County to acquire paper products and utensils through a standardized process. While no set-aside designations or vendor restrictions are explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests that pricing and competitiveness will likely be key selection factors. Potential vendors are advised to carefully review the attached documents to understand the full scope of requirements and submission guidelines.