Alpine School District Paper Supplies Bid

Alpine School District in Utah County is requesting bids on paper supplies for district warehouse distribution under IFB ASDEP052026DS, with bids due June 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time. The procurement anticipates multiple contract awards on a line-item basis, with each line item awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The scope covers paper supply products distributed from the Alpine School District Warehouse to over 120 locations throughout the district. Bidders proposing equivalent products to those specified must provide sufficient evidence that proposed alternatives meet or exceed required specifications; the district retains the right to determine equivalence and may request product samples at no cost. Vendors must meet mandatory vendor prerequisites and comply with Alpine School District Standard Terms and Conditions, including debarment certifications, conflict-of-interest requirements, federal and state employment practice compliance, and a prohibition on boycotts under Utah Code 63G-27.

Pricing is firm for the contract period. The district maintains sales tax exemption (number 11882990-016-STC) on applicable purchases. Payment terms specify invoicing within 30 days of delivery, with the district normally remitting payment within 30 days of invoice receipt. The contract duration is one year, unless otherwise specified in the terms and conditions. Contractors must maintain records for at least six years following contract termination.

Bidders are restricted from communicating with procurement staff or evaluation committee members except through the Department of Purchasing procurement officer overseeing the solicitation. Any exceptions to the IFB content must be protested in writing to the Department of Purchasing prior to the closing date. The bid sheet documents line items with unit of measure, estimated annual quantities, and pricing columns for bidder submission.