TOILET PAPER AND PAPER TOWELS, FY 26-27, 3rd QTR. CDCR 1804 PODO (REGION 4)

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (Region 4) is seeking a California‑certified small business to supply large volumes of toilet paper (1‑ply and 2‑ply) and paper towels (single‑fold, multi‑fold, and roll towel) to four state prison facilities. Bids must be submitted by email by the deadline, and the award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The solicitation specifies exact case configurations, quantity totals (6,916 cases), delivery windows in early 2027, and mandatory certifications including small‑business status, recycled‑content percentages, and a suite of state‑required forms. • Required products: Economy single‑fold and multi‑fold paper towels, roll towels, 1‑ply and 2‑ply toilet paper, all in specified case pack counts. • Quantity: 6,916 cases total (approx. 1,900 cases of 1‑ply TP, 2,700 cases of 2‑ply TP, 1,220 cases of multi‑fold towels, 740 cases of single‑fold towels, 356 cases of roll towels). • Delivery: Four CDCR institutions in Region 4 with three staggered delivery dates (Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1 2027). • Eligibility: Must be a California‑certified Small Business; bidders must submit multiple mandatory certifications (CalRecycle, Darfur Act, GenAI, etc.). • Evaluation: Lowest responsive and responsible bid; tie‑breakers by coin toss or DVBE preference if applicable.