Printing & Mailing of the City of Des Moines Newsletter

The City of Des Moines is seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors to provide printing and mailing services for the city's newsletter, with the goal of efficiently distributing the publication to its residents. The solicitation, identified as J25-114 Addendum 1, was posted on August 2, 2024, with a response deadline set for August 23, 2024. Bidders must submit their responses exclusively through the designated electronic bidding platform; responses sent via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery will not be accepted. The project is estimated to have a contract value ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 and falls under NAICS code 323111, which pertains to commercial printing services. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Jayme Lint, whose email is provided for inquiries. The contract will incorporate standard insurance and indemnification requirements to protect the city during the execution of the work, including coverage for general liability, workers' compensation, and contractual liabilities. Additional documents attached to the solicitation include various RFQs and addenda related to other city projects, such as signage printing, fire engine bids, and garage door installations, which provide detailed specifications, updates, and procedural instructions. Overall, the city emphasizes a streamlined, electronic response process to ensure timely and compliant submissions for this essential communication service.