Chesapeake Public Schools Opengov #12-2627

Chesapeake Public Schools Annual Copy Paper Procurement

Chesapeake Public Schools is seeking bids for the annual supply of copy paper to support nearly 40,000 students and 6,000 employees across 56 schools and centers. - Government Buyer: - Chesapeake Public Schools (School Board) - OEMs and Vendors: - Preferred OEM: Xerox (Xerox Vitality Multipurpose Printer Paper) - Alternative brands may be proposed if they meet all specifications - Products/Services Requested: - Copy paper, 8.5 x 11 inches, white - Minimum 92 brightness, true 20lb. weight, opacity ≥ 90, GSM 75 - 500 sheets per ream, 10 reams per carton - Acid-free, smooth for toner adherence, 99.99% jam-free - Quantity: 3,000 cartons (each carton contains 10 reams) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must provide a sample ream and manufacturer specifications with their bid - Paper must be suitable for high-speed, quick printing and meet all listed technical criteria - NIGP codes: 64521, 64533, 64633 (including environmentally certified products) - "Approved equal" brands are allowed if they match the specifications

Description

Chesapeake Public Schools, including the School Board, is soliciting bids to purchase copy paper on an as-needed basis. The District seeks qualified, licensed, and insured vendors to provide copy paper that meets specified requirements such as minimum brightness, weight, and opacity. The solicitation aims to identify one or more vendors to fulfill the District's needs, which serves nearly 40,000 students and 6,000 employees across 56 schools and centers. Bids must be submitted via the OpenGov platform by July 30, 2026, with a question deadline of July 23, 2026.

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