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Secure Diploma Printing and Global Fulfillment

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Response Deadline11/04/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Agency

Ohio → The University of Akron

NAICS

323111 - Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 2026-10-395-MRT.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Diploma Production, Digital Credentialing and Fulfillment Services

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Timeline

PostedOct 19

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Response DeadlineNov 4

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11/04/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 15 days

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AgencyOhio → The University of Akron

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Organization / AgencyOhio → The University of Akron

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Performs high-security printing and fulfillment for prime contractors on University of Akron diploma projects. Prints using approved templates, signatures, and seals on security paper. Manages proofing, quality control, and secure storage. Packages documents in moisture-resistant materials and manages domestic, international, military, and diplomatic shipping. Delivers printed and delivered physical diplomas to graduates.

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