Print ITQ

The Printed Materials Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) solicitation number 4400034012, managed by the Pennsylvania Department of General Services, seeks to qualify responsible and responsive suppliers to provide comprehensive printing services and materials for all Commonwealth of Pennsylvania agencies. The scope of work encompasses commercial offset printing, carbonless forms, maps of 36 inches or larger, directional and instructional signage on various substrates, and variable data printing. Qualified suppliers must own or lease the necessary production equipment and demonstrate the capacity to perform at least 51 percent of requested printing requirements. The contract follows an initial five-year term ending September 30, 2031, with an option for one additional five-year renewal and potential short-term extensions of up to three months. Award eligibility is granted to all responsive and responsible bidders, with the Commonwealth reserving the right to award by item or on a total bid basis. Mandatory requirements include registration in the PA Supplier Portal and the PA JAGGAER Portal, as well as adherence to strict quality standards such as 150-line screen presswork and precise color registration. Deliveries are generally FOB Destination, with a standard lead time of 20 business days from proof approval. Contractors must comply with the Prevailing Wage Act, Davis-Bacon Act, and various ethical and non-discrimination certifications. Payments are processed via Automated Clearing House (ACH), requiring suppliers to maintain separate billing accounts for each using agency.