Boxes and Cartons

The State of Nebraska, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau (SPB) is soliciting bids for Invitation to Bid (ITB) Number 6863 OF to procure boxes and cartons for state agencies across Nebraska, with Lancaster County identified as a primary jurisdiction. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to supply a comprehensive range of corrugated and chipboard boxes, including 18x12x12 packing boxes, business card folding boxes, letterhead folding boxes, storage boxes, and various carton types with estimated annual quantities ranging from 10,000 to 33,000 units. The contract will be structured with a Core List of commonly purchased items and a Catalog/Non-Core List of additional items, with pricing based on firm fixed rates for core items and percentage discounts off manufacturer's current catalog for non-core items. The bid opening is scheduled for April 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with electronic submissions required via ShareFile. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on lowest responsible bidder, with the State reserving the right to award by line item or in total, and the initial contract term is one year with options to renew for four additional one-year periods.

The solicitation does not indicate specific set-aside designations, but it does provide preference for Nebraska contractors who meet defined criteria, particularly for disabled veterans or enterprise zone businesses. The State has issued an Intent to Award the contract to Packaging Distribution Services, suggesting they are the preferred bidder. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the documents, though the bid tabulation indicates unit pricing for various box types. The resulting contract is not exclusive, with the State reserving the right to contract for similar goods from alternative sources. Usage reports may be required from the awarded contractor during the contract term. Bidders must provide a Nebraska contractor affidavit or documentation to be considered for resident preferences, and the State will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, pricing, and compliance with the detailed specifications outlined in the ITB documents.