Statewide - Bath Tissue and Paper Towels - Qualified Vendors List

The State of Missouri has issued a Request for Proposal - Commodity (RFPC) solicitation to establish a Qualified Vendors List (QVL) for statewide bath tissue and paper towel products. The solicitation, numbered RFPC30034902101833, seeks vendors capable of supplying these commodities to various state agency locations throughout Missouri during the contract period from July 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021. Vendors must submit their proposals electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy to the Division of Purchasing by May 20, 2021 at 2:00 PM CDT. The procurement requires vendors to complete and submit multiple exhibits, including Exhibits A through G, which contain pricing pages and other required documentation. Delivery terms are Free On Board (FOB) Destination, meaning vendors will deliver products directly to specified agency locations across the state. The solicitation does not specify specific quantities or line items, as it is designed to create a pool of qualified vendors from which state agencies can purchase bath tissue and paper towel products as needed.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside requirements or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors regardless of size, ownership, or classification. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and there are no details provided about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The payment terms are established at Net 45 Days, providing vendors with a standard payment timeline after product delivery. While the total estimated contract value is not disclosed, the statewide nature of the contract and the six-month contract period suggest potential for significant purchasing volume across multiple state agencies. The procurement contact for this solicitation is Melissa Sackett from the Division of Purchasing, who can provide additional information or technical support to interested vendors during the proposal preparation process.