Envelopes, Recycled Paper

The California Department of General Services, Procurement Division (DGS-PD) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for a statewide contract for recycled paper envelopes, targeting future procurement by the Office of State Publishing (OSP), Employment Development Department (EDD), and Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The procurement seeks comprehensive envelope solutions across three classes: Commercial/Official, Open Side Booklet, and Open End Catalog, encompassing 35 different envelope configurations ranging from #9 to #10 sizes in white, manila, and brown kraft paper. Technical specifications mandate a minimum of 30% post-consumer recycled content, compliance with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) or Sustainable Forest Initiative (SFI) certifications, and specific requirements for paper weights (24-28#), adhesive types, seam constructions, and printing specifications. The RFI response deadline is May 27, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST, with submissions to be emailed to willie.orphe@dgs.ca.gov. Suppliers are expected to complete detailed input cells covering bidder information, technical specifications, and product lists, with the state seeking to gather comprehensive market intelligence about environmentally preferable envelope products.

The contract opportunity includes potential set-aside opportunities for California Certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) and Small Businesses (SB), with a strong emphasis on suppliers demonstrating robust environmental and social governance (ESG) programs. The anticipated contract structure is a three-year term with two optional one-year extensions, with the full solicitation planned for release in August 2025. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement targets high-volume state agencies with requirements for Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery capabilities. Suppliers will be evaluated on their ability to provide envelopes meeting stringent sustainability criteria, technical specifications, and delivery performance. The procurement seeks to establish a comprehensive statewide contract that prioritizes recycled materials, sustainable manufacturing practices, and flexible supply chain solutions for California state agencies. Interested vendors must demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in producing environmentally compliant envelope products that meet precise technical and operational requirements.