PAPER TOWELS AND TOILET PAPER, FY 26-27, 1st QTR. CDCR 1792 PODO (REGION 5)

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is soliciting bids for the procurement of paper towels and toilet paper in various types and sizes for delivery to multiple CDCR facilities in Region 5 during fiscal year 2026-27, specifically for the first quarter. This procurement is being conducted under the Small Business (SB) Option procurement method as authorized by Government Code Section 147838.5. Bidders must submit proposals by e-mail only to cdcr-obs-non-it-goods-bids@cdcr.ca.gov, with a deadline of April 10, 2026. The solicitation was posted on March 27, 2026, providing interested vendors with approximately two weeks to prepare and submit their bids. The award authority for this contract is limited to a maximum value of $249,999.99 or less. Evaluation criteria and specific bid requirements are to be determined through the formal solicitation documents.

This procurement opportunity is restricted exclusively to California-certified small businesses, as the solicitation is utilizing the SB Option designation under Government Code Section 147838.5. Only businesses meeting California's small business certification requirements are eligible to participate and be considered for award. No incumbent vendors or existing contractor information has been identified in the available solicitation materials. The maximum potential award value is capped at $249,999.99, establishing the upper limit for contract consideration. The procurement focuses specifically on supplies needed for CDCR facilities, with no technology integration or infrastructure requirements noted as part of this solicitation.