PAPER TOWELS AND TOILET PAPER, FY 25-26, 3rd QTR. CDCR 1780 PODO (REGION 4)

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for paper towels and toilet paper for Region 4 correctional facilities, specifically targeting facilities in the Corcoran, Avenal, and Delano areas. The solicitation covers 7,532 total cases of various paper products, including economy singlefold and multifold towels, hardwound roll towels, and 1-ply and 2-ply toilet paper. The RFQ was released on September 26, 2025, with bids due by October 9, 2025, and scheduled deliveries planned for January, February, and March 2026. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets all administrative and technical requirements. Bidders must provide pricing on a per-case basis, with all deliveries to be F.O.B. Destination and freight prepaid by the contractor. The state reserves the right to adjust order quantities by up to 30% of the original total quantity for 90 days after award.

The procurement is utilizing the Small Business (SB) Option and is specifically seeking offers from California-certified small businesses. Vendors must complete several required forms, including the Bidder Declaration, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and Generative AI Reporting Factsheet. Strict recycled content requirements are in place, mandating 45% post-consumer fiber content for toilet paper and 40% post-consumer fiber content for paper towels. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation covering multiple correctional facilities suggests a significant procurement opportunity for qualifying small businesses. The contract appears to be structured to provide flexibility for the state while creating opportunities for small, certified California businesses to compete for government supply contracts in the corrections sector.