Paper and Plastic Supplies

Oneida County and surrounding school districts are conducting a cooperative procurement for paper and plastic supplies through a formal bid process (B25-1001) administered by the Center for Instruction, Technology & Innovation (CiTi). The procurement involves multiple school districts including APW Central, Central Square, Fulton City, Hannibal Central, Mexico Academy & Central, Oswego City, Phoenix Central, Pulaski Academy & Central, and Sandy Creek Central School Districts. The bid encompasses over 130 line items of paper and plastic products such as aprons, bags, cups, containers, gloves, plates, utensils, wraps, and cleaning supplies, with specific attention to FDA regulations and compliance with the New York State Polystyrene Foam Ban. Sealed and electronic bid submissions will be accepted until 1:00 p.m. on May 16, 2025, with a virtual bid opening via Zoom and contract award scheduled for the July 9, 2025 CiTi Board Meeting. The contract period will run from August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2026, with potential options to renew for two additional 12-month periods. Vendors must provide detailed product information, including catalog numbers and packaging details, with delivery expected within 30 days of purchase order receipt.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but requires vendors to submit comprehensive pricing and product information with strict compliance standards. The bid allows for potential product substitutions and alternatives, with vendors required to provide pricing per unit and opportunities for prompt payment discounts. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the cooperative nature of the bid suggests potential cost efficiencies through bulk purchasing across multiple school districts. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and the bid appears open to various suppliers capable of meeting the comprehensive product specifications and delivery requirements. Quantities are noted as estimated monthly numbers and may fluctuate based on individual district educational and feeding program needs. Vendors must guarantee product quality, performance, and adherence to specified standards, with pricing to be submitted on the provided vendor response sheet. The procurement represents a collaborative approach to securing essential supplies across multiple educational institutions in the region.