Disposable Paper Products

Pinellas County is seeking to establish a 36-month contract for disposable paper products through Invitation to Quote (ITQ) #23-0115-ITQ, with involvement from Clewiston City. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of paper goods including paper towels, toilet tissues, disposable wipes, facial tissues, and related products. The solicitation was released on October 25, 2022, with a critical deadline for questions on November 3, 2022, and a final response deadline of November 17, 2022, at 3:00 pm. Vendors must submit responses electronically through the OpenGov procurement website, with the contract featuring unit prices adjustable annually, not to exceed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or 10%, whichever is less. The contract includes provisions for potential two 12-month extensions and encompasses 24 detailed line items with pricing tiers for quantities ranging from 1-99 units and 100-truckload quantities. Evaluation criteria will likely include pricing, product specifications, delivery capabilities, and compliance with detailed packaging and marking requirements.

The procurement includes a Sheltered Market threshold for purchases below $100,000, specifically designed to provide first opportunity to qualified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) firms located in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Manatee Counties. To qualify as an SBE, firms must serve a commercially useful function, be located in the specified counties, have annual sales not exceeding $3 million for goods/services or $8 million for construction, and maintain an average of no more than 50 employees over three years. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation suggests a potentially significant contract value across multiple product categories. The contract includes specific requirements for delivery timelines and customer service standards, indicating a robust procurement process focused on ensuring consistent and reliable product supply. Vendors will need to demonstrate not only competitive pricing but also the capability to meet detailed product specifications and service expectations across a wide range of disposable paper products.