School and Office Supplies
ID: RFP-26-017
• State: Indiana
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Background
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is seeking proposals from vendors specializing in school and office supplies to establish master contracts that support the district's daily operations. This initiative is part of IPS's strategy to modernize procurement, drive cost savings, and maximize budget resources.
The district launched a centralized eProcurement marketplace in September 2025 in partnership with Indigo, a certified woman-owned business in Indiana. The goal of this RFP is to create a core list of essential items, including copy paper, that will be strategically sourced and price-protected to ensure consistent purchasing behavior and maximize district budgets.
Work Details
Vendors are required to provide a comprehensive offering of school and office supplies, including but not limited to:
- Copy paper
- Notebooks
- Writing instruments
- Art supplies
- Cleaning supplies
- Other essential items.
Specific products include: Califone E1 Stereo Earbuds (3300 units), School Smart Wide Ruled Composition Books (625 units), Crayola Crayons (200 units), Staples Color Copy Paper (200 units), and many more listed in the solicitation. Vendors must also provide a catalog or product list with pricing for routine purchasing, respond to quote requests for larger spot purchases, and conduct all transactions through the Indigo eProcurement platform.
Period of Performance
The initial contract term is two years with an option to renew annually for a total potential term of up to four years.
Place of Performance
The contract will be performed within the Indianapolis Public Schools district in Indiana.
Bidder Requirements
Vendors must demonstrate their primary business focus on the distribution of school and office supplies. They are encouraged to engage with Indigo prior to proposal submission to confirm technical readiness for participation in the eProcurement platform. Additionally, vendors should allow their contracts for cooperative use by other Indiana school districts and public agencies.
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is seeking proposals from vendors specializing in school and office supplies to establish master contracts that support the district's daily operations. This initiative is part of IPS's strategy to modernize procurement, drive cost savings, and maximize budget resources.
The district launched a centralized eProcurement marketplace in September 2025 in partnership with Indigo, a certified woman-owned business in Indiana. The goal of this RFP is to create a core list of essential items, including copy paper, that will be strategically sourced and price-protected to ensure consistent purchasing behavior and maximize district budgets.
Work Details
Vendors are required to provide a comprehensive offering of school and office supplies, including but not limited to:
- Copy paper
- Notebooks
- Writing instruments
- Art supplies
- Cleaning supplies
- Other essential items.
Specific products include: Califone E1 Stereo Earbuds (3300 units), School Smart Wide Ruled Composition Books (625 units), Crayola Crayons (200 units), Staples Color Copy Paper (200 units), and many more listed in the solicitation. Vendors must also provide a catalog or product list with pricing for routine purchasing, respond to quote requests for larger spot purchases, and conduct all transactions through the Indigo eProcurement platform.
Period of Performance
The initial contract term is two years with an option to renew annually for a total potential term of up to four years.
Place of Performance
The contract will be performed within the Indianapolis Public Schools district in Indiana.
Bidder Requirements
Vendors must demonstrate their primary business focus on the distribution of school and office supplies. They are encouraged to engage with Indigo prior to proposal submission to confirm technical readiness for participation in the eProcurement platform. Additionally, vendors should allow their contracts for cooperative use by other Indiana school districts and public agencies.
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Opportunity Type
RFP
Opportunity ID
RFP-26-017
Response Deadline
May 21, 2026
Past Due
Date Posted
April 24, 2026
Source
Est. Value Range
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$5,000,000 - $15,000,000
(AI estimate)
On 4/24/26 Indianapolis Public Schools in Indiana issued RFP School and Office Supplies with ID RFP-26-017 due 5/21/26.
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Questions Due
05/08/2026
Intent to Bid Due Date
05/21/2026