SP # 18073- 11" x 17", 70#, White Husky Opaque Offset Digital Paper

The Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking to procure 1,200 cases of 11" x 17" offset digital paper with 70# weight specifications for its operational needs. This solicitation, identified as SP #18073, is a competitive procurement opportunity posted on May 15, 2025, with proposals due by May 22, 2025. The procurement requires potential vendors to potentially submit paper samples for evaluation prior to bid award, indicating a technical assessment of product quality will be part of the selection process. Vendors must carefully review and complete the Standard Illinois Certifications document, which outlines 33 specific compliance areas ranging from legal status to workplace standards. The procurement is governed by the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions (Version 23.2), which establishes comprehensive administrative, financial, and operational guidelines for potential contractors.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, vendors should anticipate standard Illinois procurement requirements regarding minority and disadvantaged business participation. The Terms and Conditions document suggests vendors will need to maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate commercial liability insurance. Though the exact budget range is not specified, the procurement involves 1,200 cases of specialized digital paper, which implies a potentially significant contract value. Vendors must be prepared to demonstrate ongoing compliance with state certification requirements, understanding that false statements or non-compliance could result in contract voiding, suspension, debarment, or potential financial and legal penalties. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications, compliance requirements, and operational standards outlined in the solicitation documents.