RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute a program agreement and blanket purchase order with Staples Contract and Commercial, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $8,000,000, for office supplies for the period September 1, 2016 through August 31, 2018, with two additional one-year options to renew.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Office supply costs paid by County Departments. (100% County User Departments)
BACKGROUND:
Contra Costa County Purchasing Services is requesting approval of a Program Agreement and Blanket Purchase Order to be used by County Departments for the ordering of office products and supplies. Staples Contract and Commercial, Inc., doing business as Staples Advantage is one of two companies selected to provide products to the County. Prices are based on the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) agreement No. 010615. Blanket Purchase Order covering all departments allows the County to consolidate purchases and maximize savings.
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