IDEA1466 Graphic Art Printer Support Renewal

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) has issued Request for Quote #IDEA1466 for the renewal of Graphic Art Printer Support. The contract covers the maintenance and support of high-volume printing equipment, specifically the IMAGEPRESS C8100 and VARIOPRINT DP LINE 115, for a performance period spanning November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027. The scope includes monthly base charges for color and black-and-white clicks, which incorporate OEM toner and labor, as well as provisions for hardware maintenance, warranties, and licenses. The place of performance and final inspection is located in Atascadero, California. The award will be granted to the supplier that meets all administrative requirements and provides the lowest net cost quotation. To encourage diversity, the solicitation includes a five percent preference for California-certified small businesses and specific incentives for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation. Bidders must adhere to strict information privacy and security standards, particularly regarding the handling of DSH PCI data through FIPS 140-2 certified encryption. Additionally, all respondents are required to disclose any use of Generative Artificial Intelligence. Completed quotations, including the DSH Cost Table, Bidder Declaration, and required CUF documentation, must be submitted via the Vendor Submission Portal no later than 4:00 PM on October 12, 2026.