Search Piece Mailer 26-27

Lander University is soliciting bids for the printing and delivery of the Search Piece Mailer 26-27 under solicitation number IFB-SP-589-08-03-2026, with responses due by August 3, 2026. The procurement operates under South Carolina state procurement rules, not federal FAR clauses, and is governed by state-specific contract clauses including terms for contract duration, termination for convenience or lack of funds, warranty, taxes, changes, and third-party beneficiary rights. The contract enforces a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) award structure, where offers must meet all technical requirements and the lowest responsible bidder will be selected without trade-offs between cost and performance. Offerors must submit a sealed paper proposal containing an offeror’s checklist, W-9, vendor application form, nonresident taxpayers registration, open trade representation, and drug-free workplace agreement. The proposal must be mailed to Lander University’s Procurement Services in Greenwood, SC, by the deadline, with no electronic submissions permitted. The agency requires disclosure of any conflicts of interest, minority business certifications, and subcontractor information if their involvement exceeds 10% of total costs or involves government data. Insurance mandates include $1 million per occurrence in commercial general and auto liability coverage with specific ISO forms and minimum A.M. Best ratings. Key personnel, financial responsibility, and past performance will be evaluated to determine contractor suitability. The contract includes provisions for termination for convenience, default, or unavailability of funds, with reimbursement limited to accepted work, incurred costs, and reasonable termination expenses, excluding avoidable costs. Payment is contingent on annual legislative appropriations, and the contract term is one year from the effective date, with possible modifications under the Changes clause. All work must adhere to state procurement codes, and failure to properly label confidential information or meet certification standards may render an offer nonresponsive. The point of contact for inquiries is Scott Pilgrim at Lander University.