Jpmc shredders, paper, crosscut

This state and local contracting opportunity is for a 3-year joint purchase master contract issued by the Illinois Central Management Services (CMS) to enable governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase paper shredders, shredder bags, and shredder oil on an as-needed basis. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) lists detailed specifications for three different sizes of cross-cut paper shredders, including throat feed width, bin size, shred speed, and electrical requirements. Additional line items include quantities and prices for shredder bags and shredder oil/lubricant for each shredder size. The bid number is 19-416CMS-BOSS4-B-9758 and the bid opening date is unspecified. The pricing schedule lists unit prices for the shredders, bags, and oil with estimated annual quantities, as well as renewal pricing for the 3-year option.

This is an open, competitive bid opportunity without any set-asides or incumbent information provided. The contract has a 2% Business Enterprise Program utilization goal, with no Veterans Business Program goal. The total award amount is $297,269.42, and the contract was awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, Coast to Coast Computer Products, Inc. Unsuccessful bidders included Atlas Stationers, Inc and Tiles In Style. Funding sources and requirements are not detailed, but the IFB indicates this contract will be available for use by all governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies within the State of Illinois.