Printing of Guide to Missouri Turtles

The Missouri Department of Conservation is soliciting bids for a Blanket Purchase Agreement to print 4,000 copies of the Guide to Missouri Turtles. The publication is a 36-page, 5.5 by 8 inch booklet featuring a four-color process on both sides with full bleeds and saddle-stitched binding. The selected contractor must utilize a printing facility located within the continental United States and provide digital proofs for approval. All completed booklets must be delivered at the contractor's expense to the Department of Conservation in Jefferson City, Missouri, within 25 business days of receiving materials. Bids are due by October 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Award decisions will be based on a combination of a pass/fail compliance review, total cost, and bonus points for participation with nonprofit organizations for the blind or sheltered workshops. Strict packaging and labeling requirements are mandated, including the use of 275-pound test cartons and specific marking as MO Turtles E0000468 PR 09/26. Non-compliance with these shipping specifications may result in the shipment being returned at the contractor's expense or a 12 percent monetary deduction from the total bill. The contract is governed by Missouri law and requires adherence to various state and federal regulations, including E-Verify participation and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Department maintains a goal of awarding 3 percent of contracts to qualified Service-Disabled or Honorably Discharged Veteran Business Enterprises. Payment is processed within 30 calendar days of receiving a valid, itemized invoice. All materials and accomplishments produced under this agreement remain the property of the Department.