007-PUR-2026 restock of copy printer paper

The Dougherty County School System (DCSS) in Albany, Georgia, is seeking qualified vendors to provide a restock of copy/printer paper for its district warehouse through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) numbered 007-PUR-2026. The procurement involves supplying 1,680 cases of white letter-sized (8.5" x 11") copy paper with specific technical requirements, including a 20 lb basis weight, 92 minimum brightness, 88% opacity, 4.0-5.0% moisture content, and a minimum of 30% post-consumer recycled fiber. The paper must be engineered for high-speed, multi-function copiers and laser printers, designed to minimize paper dust and reduce jamming. Key procurement dates include a Q&A deadline of September 2, 2025, at 4:00 PM, with proposals due and publicly opened on September 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Vendors must submit electronically and complete multiple mandatory forms, including a DJEA Policy Statement, Vendor Information Form, Certification of Non-Collusion, and Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance Act documentation.

The contract period will run from October 6, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with the school system reserving the right to reject any or all proposals and award the contract in a manner that best serves its interests. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, vendors must comply with various documentation requirements that could potentially impact eligibility. The RFQ does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but it indicates a substantial volume of paper procurement for the district's operational needs. Failure to submit all required documents may result in bid disqualification, emphasizing the importance of thorough and accurate proposal preparation. The procurement is specifically for the Dougherty County School System located in Dekalb County, Georgia, and targets vendors capable of meeting the detailed technical specifications for high-quality copy paper.