tem Requirements – Core and Non-Core. a. Core Items. These items represent a group of items representative of historical spend. Core items include the State’s best estimate of the highest use and most essential items. Pricing must include all delivery (15 business days), shipping, service, restocking, and administrative costs associated with the item(s). These items are available for purchase on contract based on a fixed unit price and shall be kept in stock by the supplier. Price changes for Core Items shall only be conducted as outlined in the Terms and Conditions, Paragraph 6.2., Price Changes. b. Non-Core Item Catalog: Suppliers shall submit a catalog detailing all non-core items relevant to the group for which they are submitting a bid. The catalog shall include detailed item descriptions, item numbers, manufacturer, manufacturer model numbers, and pricing information. This catalog shall be submitted as a separate attachment in one of the following formats: Readable .pdf, .xls, or .xlsx. If a supplier does not have a catalog, they shall provide a URL link to a publicly accessible website that lists items within the applicable group. The website should offer a broad selection of items within the scope of the solicitation, allowing the State and its agencies to review non-core items available. 2. Manufacturer Authorization: Supplier(s) are required to demonstrate that they are authorized to distribute the items they are offering under this solicitation. Suppliers shall provide an official authorization letter(s) from the manufacturer(s) of the items being offered in this solicitation. The letter(s) shall confirm that the Supplier is an authorized distributor, reseller, or partner of the manufacturer for the items being proposed. The following are the letter requirements that must be on the manufacturer’s official letterhead: a. Manufacturers name, contact information, and dated within the last 45 days. b. Clear statement of authorization for the Supplier to sell and distribute the items outlined in the bid. c. Confirmation that the authorization is valid for the duration of the contract term, if awarded. d. Signature of an authorized representative from the manufacturer. 3. Environmentally Preferable Paper and Plastic Goods. The Supplier(s) shall offer the following environmentally preferable paper and plastic good options via catalog: a. Environmentally Preferable Paper Goods i. Made from a minimum of 20-40% post-consumer recycled content. ii. Processed chlorine-free (PCF) or bleached using environmentally friendly options. iii. Biodegradable or compostable. b. Environmentally Preferable Plastic Goods: Plastic items provided shall meet the following criteria: i. Made from 25-50% post-consumer recycled content. ii. Derived from renewable biomass sources (bioplastics) whenever feasible. iii. Biodegradable or compostable. c. Environmentally Preferable Trash Can Liners: Plastic items provided shall meet the following criteria: i. All non-compostable plastic trash /recycling liners shall contain at least 10% postconsumer recycled content. ii. Must not contain intentionally added antimicrobial ingredients, chlorinated compounds (e.g. polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or vinylidene chloride), or fragrances.
