PAPER TOWELS AND TOILET PAPER, FY 25-26, 3rd QTR. CDCR 1781 PODO (REGION 5)

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a procurement for paper towels and toilet paper for Region 5 correctional facilities through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) CDCR-1781-PODO. The solicitation covers a total of 7,492 cases of various paper products, including economy singlefold and multifold towels, hardwound roll towels, and 1-ply and 2-ply toilet paper to be delivered to multiple state prison locations. The procurement is structured as a one-time acquisition with delivery scheduled across January, February, and March 2026. Key deadlines include October 7, 2025, for questions, and a bid response deadline of 2:00 p.m. on October 9, 2025. Bidders must submit F.O.B. Destination pricing with freight prepaid, and all shipping costs must be incorporated into product pricing. The state retains the right to adjust purchase quantities up to 30% of the original total quantity at the awarded price for 90 days post-award.

The solicitation is specifically targeted to California-certified small businesses (SBs) and will utilize an "all or none" award method based on the lowest overall bid price. Mandatory submission requirements include completing several certification forms: Bidder Declaration, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, California Civil Rights Laws Certification, and Postconsumer Recycled-Content Certification. Specific packaging requirements mandate that cases be secured with shrink wrap and clearly marked with quantity, size, and purchase order number. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement covers a comprehensive range of paper products across multiple correctional facilities in Region 5. The procurement method emphasizes local business participation and includes multiple compliance and environmental considerations, reflecting the state's commitment to supporting certified small businesses and maintaining specific product and delivery standards.