MC white 9-10 envelopes blank or PRT

This state and local contract opportunity is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) to enable all state agencies, local governmental units, and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase White Woven Envelopes, #9 or #10, blank or printed on an as-needed basis during a 24-month contract period, with the option to renew for an additional 24 months. The IFB provides detailed specifications for the envelopes, including design, construction, window size and placement, security tint, and printing requirements. Bids are due on December 14, 2018 at 11:00 AM. Pricing must be submitted on a per line item basis, with allowance for economic adjustments based on the Producer Price Index. This contract has a 10% Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities (BEP) participation goal, but does not have a Veteran Small Business goal. The state intends to award the contract to the responsive and responsible low bidder meeting all specifications and requirements.

The contract has been procured through the IFB process and awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, Midland Paper, for a 24-month term with one 24-month renewal option. The total award amount is $740,203.43, with an estimated gross revenue to the vendor for the life of the contract, including renewals, of $1,480,406.86. The contract has a 10% BEP utilization plan but no Veterans Business Program (VBP) participation. There was one responding bidder and no unsuccessful bidders. The contact for the agency, Central Management Services, is David Beck.