ASU Paper Order

Adams State University (ASU) in Alamosa County, Colorado, is seeking competitive quotes for a paper order through a Documented Quote (Solicitation/Bid No. ASU24013-DQ) for the 2024-25 academic year. The procurement specifically requests 400 cases of letter-size paper (8.5 x 11 inches) with stringent environmental and quality specifications, including a minimum of 30% post-consumer waste (PCW) content, 92 brightness, 20# weight, white color, and 500 sheets per ream (10 reams per case). Vendors must be registered with the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System and submit comprehensive product specifications with their bid. The evaluation criteria for this procurement will encompass multiple factors such as price, vendor qualifications, equipment, previous experience, and completeness of submitted documentation. Key procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of June 7, 2024, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time, with vendor questions accepted until June 5, 2024. The successful vendor(s) must deliver the paper during the week of July 15-19, 2024, in the morning, with prior notification required to the university.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. ASU reserves the right to award the contract to multiple vendors if deemed in the university's best interest, providing flexibility in the procurement process. The payment terms are set at a minimum of Net 30, with delivery specified as FOB Destination (Prepay & Allow) to the university's location in Alamosa, Colorado. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement is for 400 cases of paper, which suggests a moderate-value contract. The university will serve as the sole judge in determining product equality, indicating a comprehensive and detailed evaluation process. Potential vendors should note that the procurement emphasizes environmental considerations, particularly through the requirement of post-consumer waste content in the paper, reflecting the institution's sustainability priorities.