Continuous Feed Braille Paper

The Missouri Department of Social Services, specifically the Family Support Division's Rehabilitation Services for the Blind, is soliciting bids for continuous feed Braille paper through Invitation for Bid (IFB) DSS19026. The procurement seeks two specific sizes of Braille paper: 12" x 11" and 9" x 11", with detailed technical specifications requiring 100-pound weight white paper, side bands, attached sprocket holes, and punched formatting. The contract will cover an initial term with options for three additional one-year renewals, and all deliveries will be made to the DFAS Warehouse located at 4720 Scruggs Station Road in Jefferson City, Missouri. The bid period is open from March 21, 2019, at 3:00 PM CDT to March 29, 2019, at 6:00 PM CDT, with vendors required to complete and submit Exhibit 1 and any other applicable exhibits. Pricing will be evaluated on a per-carton basis, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the specified requirements. The procurement targets the supply of specialized Braille paper for visually impaired services, with precise technical specifications to ensure compatibility with existing systems and user needs.

The IFB does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the solicitation is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documents, and there are no explicit mentions of preferences for disadvantaged enterprises or small businesses. The contract does not disclose a total estimated value or specific budget range for the Braille paper procurement. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, with invoices to be submitted to the address specified in the IFB's Payments to Contractor section. Delivery terms are FOB Destination, meaning the supplier bears freight costs and risk until delivery is complete. The quantities are listed as 1.00 carton for each paper size in the initial term and each renewal period, suggesting a standardized ordering approach. While the exact financial value is not stated, the multi-year contract structure with renewal options indicates a potentially significant ongoing procurement for the Department of Social Services.