Printing of IdahoPTV Channels Magazine

The contract solicits bids for the printing of the IdahoPTV Channels Magazine over an initial six-month period, commencing around January 1, 2026, with options to renew for up to five additional six-month periods. The work entails producing approximately 21,000 copies per monthly issue of a 24-page, two-color, saddle-stitched magazine using specified paper stock and printing methods. The contractor is responsible for all aspects of printing, packaging, and delivery to Boise, Idaho, ensuring that magazines arrive undamaged and compatible with automated mailing equipment. The packaging must include insertion and saddle-stitching of one agency-supplied #6.5 remittance envelope per copy, and deliveries must occur no later than four business days after final proof approval. A small subset of 150 copies must be delivered directly to IdahoPTV concurrently with shipment to the designated mailing vendor. Printing performed outside Idaho is subject to a 10% cost adjustment for evaluation only. Award of the contract follows a lowest-price technically acceptable methodology, with bids evaluated first on mandatory submission requirements and contractor responsibility, followed by cost. Responsive and responsible bidders with the lowest total price will be selected, with possible best-and-final-offer requests at the State’s discretion. The contract strictly incorporates the State of Idaho’s standardized terms and conditions, referencing applicable Idaho statutes and administrative rules governing subjects such as fiscal limitations, assignment, payment terms, public records, indemnification prohibitions, and contract arbitration rules. Contractor performance will be monitored by IdahoPTV to ensure compliance with quality, delivery schedules, and all contract requirements, with remedies stipulated for non-compliance including potential contract termination and cost recovery. Invoice submissions are to be made monthly to Idaho Public Television and must include detailed billing information. The contract requires bidders to affirm various certifications including legal standing, equal employment compliance, employment eligibility, financial strength, and absence of suspensions or debarments. Contract modifications or exceptions must be submitted in writing prior to the question deadline. The solicitation and resulting contract emphasizes strict adherence to specifications and delivery deadlines essential to maintaining IdahoPTV’s publishing schedule and mail distribution requirements.