Paper towels and toilet paper, FY 25-26, 2ND QTR. Cdcr 1775 podo (region 6)

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a one-time procurement of paper products for Region 6 correctional facilities through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) numbered CDCR-1775-PODO. The solicitation specifically targets the acquisition of 1,878 cases of economy singlefold towels, 1,326 cases of economy multifold towels, 2,750 cases of 1-ply toilet paper, and 1,030 cases of 2-ply toilet paper. Targeted delivery locations include state prison facilities in Tehachapi, San Luis Obispo, Corcoran, Lancaster, Delano, and Wasco, with scheduled deliveries on October 1, November 3, and December 1, 2025. The RFQ was released on July 8, 2025, with vendor questions due by July 18, 2025, and final bids required by July 22, 2025. All pricing must be all-inclusive with freight prepaid by the contractor, and the state reserves the right to adjust total quantity by up to 30% at the awarded price for 90 days.

The procurement is specifically targeted at California-certified Small Businesses (SBs) and follows the SB/DVBE Option procurement method. Bidders must complete mandatory forms including a Bidder Declaration, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, Postconsumer Content Certification, and a Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) Disclosure form. Vendors must comply with California civil rights laws and provide comprehensive business information, including tax identification numbers and residency status. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the breadth of the product order suggests a significant procurement opportunity for qualified small businesses. The solicitation emphasizes local business participation and includes several compliance requirements that may limit broader competitive bidding, effectively creating a structured procurement process designed to support California-based small business enterprises.