California eProcure #0000039245

California DGS Solicits Bids for High-Volume Envelope Supply for State Publishing

• The California Department of General Services, Procurement Division (DGS-PD), on behalf of the Office of State Publishing (OSP), is seeking bids for a large, one-time purchase of mailing envelopes.
• Envelopes must meet detailed technical specifications, including:
  • Multiple sizes and styles (booklet, catalog, standard, windowed, plain)
  • Materials: 24lb and 28lb white wove or brown Kraft paper
  • Adhesives: moisture-activated, latex, or gum seal
  • Window materials: clear polystyrene
  • Security tints and custom printing (including black print, return service, and green label options)
  • Suitability for high-speed mail inserting and mechanical sorting
  • Packaging: typically 500 envelopes per box/carton, with exceptions for certain items
• Quantities range from several hundred thousand to ten million per line item, with a total estimated contract value between $500,000 and $700,000.
• No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to all qualified manufacturers able to meet the requirements.
• Socioeconomic preferences (DVBE, Small Business, TACPA) apply.
• All products must comply with industry standards and state regulations.
• Delivery is required to West Sacramento.

Description

The Department of General Services, Procurement Division (DGS-PD) is issuing this Invitation for Bid (IFB) on behalf of the Office of State Publishing (OSP) to request bids from qualified firms for envelopes meeting specified technical requirements. The envelopes must comply with detailed specifications including types, classes, materials, configurations, and performance standards suitable for high-speed mail inserting and mechanical sorting. The delivery location is West Sacramento, and the estimated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $700,000. Bids are due by July 29, 2026, and the procurement official for inquiries is Jack LaFrancesca.

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