T -- CHAMPVA Handbook 2006

This contract involves the production and distribution of multiple printed materials for the CHAMPVA Handbook 2006. It requires printing 248,573 copies of a saddle-stitched 68-page book with two-color text and covers printed in two colors plus a UV clear coat on specified quality paper stocks. Additionally, 233,600 copies of an A-card measuring 8-1/2 by 11 inches must be produced on synthetic stock, featuring two-color printing on the face with personalized data and one color on the back, including micro perforations for a detachable card. Lastly, 194,253 copies of a black-ink letter printed on 20 lb. writing/bond paper are to be printed front and back. Proofs must be submitted for all items, and a paper sample is required for the A-card. The contract also stipulates the collating and mailing of 194,253 sets, each containing one copy of the book, A-card, and letter, to be inserted in envelopes with printed return addresses, sealed, labeled, and postage applied. A separate mailing of 39,347 folded A-cards into No. 10 envelopes must also be completed, with prepaid postage required. The remaining 54,320 handbooks are to be bulk shipped to multiple destinations. All materials are produced from digital files under a Quality Level III printing and finishing standard. The contractor must comply with mandatory security requirements per VA policy. Bids must be submitted on company letterhead to the contracting officer’s mailing address, with bid specifications sent through postal mail – no electronic or fax inquiries are accepted.