Professional Printing and Distribution Services for Continuing Education Publications

This contract involves Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) seeking qualified vendors to establish an agency contract for professional printing and distribution services of its Continuing Education publications. The scope includes printing approximately 152,150 copies of the college’s fall, winter, and spring/summer schedules for multiple years, with the primary purpose of supporting enrollment and outreach efforts in Buncombe and Madison counties. The printing specifications specify high-quality color printing on suitable paper stock, saddle stitching, and delivery deadlines aligned with publication schedules. The contract emphasizes flexibility in quantities, with estimated needs subject to change, and requires vendors to provide artwork, mail preparation, and timely delivery to designated locations, including Allegra and the college’s main campus. The solicitation, posted under a specific number, sets forth detailed requirements for vendor responses, including completion of multiple attachments such as pricing forms, vendor certifications, HUB participation, and location disclosures. Bids will be evaluated primarily on cost, compliance with specifications, past performance, and responsibility criteria, with the possibility of award to multiple vendors or the rejection of all bids if deemed in the best interest of the state. The contract stipulates strict adherence to delivery schedules, packaging standards, and industry quality benchmarks, along with compliance with North Carolina state statutes, security provisions, and employment laws. Contract administration will involve designated points of contact for performance oversight and customer service, with provisions for potential negotiations, modifications, and compliance monitoring throughout the contract term.