State College Area School District General Office & Art Supplies RFQ #2025/26-07
State College Area SDSchool · State College, PA- Due
- Jun 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Keith Dingwall
The 30-second brief
State College Area School District is soliciting quotes for a just-in-time provider of general office, classroom, and art supplies for the 2026/27 fiscal year. Bids are due June 1, 2026.
Original written bid, One copy, Signed cover sheet, Non-collusion affidavit, Core list spreadsheet, Non-core list discount documentation, W-9 form, Certificate of insurance
Core item pricing (45 points), timely delivery/customer service (20 points), non-core item pricing (15 points), electronic ordering system (10 points), ability to supply preferred products (5 points), catalog comprehensiveness (5 points)
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Summary
State College Area School District is soliciting quotes for a just-in-time provider of general office, classroom, and art supplies for the 2026/27 fiscal year. Bids are due June 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Original written bid
- One copy
- Signed cover sheet
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Core list spreadsheet
- Non-core list discount documentation
- W-9 form
- Certificate of insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- EXHIBIT 1
- ATTACHMENT A
- ATTACHMENT B
- ATTACHMENT C
- ATTACHMENT D
- Submit to
- 240 Villa Crest Drive, State College, PA 16801
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- State College, PA
- Reported agency
- State College Area School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from State College Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 240 Villa Crest Drive, State College, PA 16801. For questions, contact Keith Dingwall.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including State College Area SD in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Keith Dingwall. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Original written bid, One copy, Signed cover sheet, Non-collusion affidavit, Core list spreadsheet, Non-core list discount documentation, W-9 form, Certificate of insurance. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Core item pricing (45 points), timely delivery/customer service (20 points), non-core item pricing (15 points), electronic ordering system (10 points), ability to supply preferred products (5 points),..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from State College Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from State College Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, State College Area SD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: EXHIBIT 1, ATTACHMENT A, ATTACHMENT B, ATTACHMENT C, ATTACHMENT D. Review the full document from State College Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: State College, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.