Hydraulic Paper Cutter

The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management & Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Innovation & Performance, is soliciting bids for a one-time purchase of a Formax Cut-True 29H Hydraulic Guillotine Paper Cutter for the city's print shop. The procurement is specifically targeting a professional-grade paper cutting machine capable of handling high-volume print orders, with the ability to cut paper stacks up to 20.5" wide and accommodating a maximum paper stack height of 3.15"/80mm. Key requirements include a machine with advanced features such as a 7" full-color touchscreen control panel, hydraulically-controlled paper clamp, infrared light beam safety curtain, and programmability for up to 100 jobs with 100 steps. The solicitation was released on April 23, 2025, with a strict response deadline of May 7, 2025 at 3:00 pm, and bids are not to exceed $30,000. Evaluation criteria appear to prioritize reliability, low maintenance, USA manufacturing, and the ability to efficiently produce materials like business cards. The current paper cutter, purchased in 2019 from Graphic Wizard, has been experiencing mechanical issues with plastic parts that are negatively impacting production efficiency.

There are no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations mentioned in the documents. Vendors must complete a vendor registration form, provide a W-9, and agree to the city's standard terms and conditions. The procurement allows for standard commercial vendors capable of supplying the specified hydraulic paper cutter. Delivery will be to the City of Pittsburgh Print Shop at 414 Grant St, Suite 407, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, with shipping and delivery costs to be included in the vendor's pricing. The procurement covers jurisdictions in Allegheny County and Philadelphia City, though the specific requirement is for the Pittsburgh print shop. The budget range is clearly defined, with a maximum budget of $30,000, and the specific equipment quoted is priced at $17,720, which includes freight, delivery, setup, and training. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, and invoices must include detailed information such as purchase order numbers and pricing breakdowns.