MC Paper, Carbonless

The State of Illinois Department of Central Management Services has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a contract for the procurement of Carbonless Paper. The contract will enable all State Agencies and local governmental units authorized to participate in the Unified Procurement Program to purchase Carbonless Paper on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The initial contract term is two (2) years, with the State having the option to renew for a total of two (2) additional years. Bids are due by September 25, 2018 at 11:00 am. Awards will be made to the responsive and responsible low bidder. Pricing for the Carbonless Paper will be on a per line item basis, and the contract allows for an Economic Adjustment Clause based on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index.

There are no Small Business Set-Aside, Minority Contractor Initiative, or Veteran Small Business participation requirements for this solicitation. The contract has been awarded to Midland Paper Company for a 24-month term with one 24-month renewal option, with a total award amount of $1,078,418.90. There was one responding bidder, and no unsuccessful bidders. The agency contact for this contract is Matthew Armitage.