2026 SERSG Paper Supply

The Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) is conducting a competitive procurement for printer, computer, and copier paper to serve 24 municipalities in Massachusetts, including cities and towns in Bristol County such as Brockton, Taunton, Bridgewater, and Somerset. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) seeks to establish a one-year contract commencing July 1, 2025, for various paper types including white letter paper, legal paper, ledger paper, cardstock, and colored paper with varying brightness levels. Estimated quantities range from 9 to 13,536 cartons across different paper specifications. Bids will be evaluated based on the lowest overall price, with award criteria emphasizing the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The procurement timeline requires bid packages to be available starting March 24, 2025, with bids due on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the Sharon Town Hall second-floor conference room. Bidders must provide unit prices per carton and submit at least six municipal references demonstrating past performance.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must meet comprehensive qualification requirements, including the ability to deliver paper within two business days of order and provide quarterly usage reports. Mandatory insurance requirements include comprehensive public liability and motor vehicle insurance coverage. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement covers paper supplies for 24 municipalities, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. Contractors must comply with various state and local regulations, including non-discrimination policies and tax requirements. The contract includes provisions for quality assurance, potential termination conditions, and indemnification clauses. Interested vendors can request the full bid package by emailing Procurement Officer Michael Kelly at SERSG@townofsharon.org, with the complete documentation to be distributed electronically.