T -- Educational Opportunities Pocket Folder

The contract involves the production of 515,000 pocket folders printed using a four-color process, featuring a clear overall varnish on the front and PMS-286 blue on the back. Each folder has a flat size of 19-1/2 by 17 inches, incorporating 3/4-inch glue flaps on both the left and right sides and two 5-inch pockets that are diagonally cut at the center fold. The assembled folder measures 9 by 12 inches, with the flaps glued under the pockets. The right pocket requires two small diagonal slits to accommodate a standard business card. The material specified is a 12-point coated cover stock printed on both sides, with electronic files provided via the Wamnet System and proofing required prior to production. The folders must be bundled in groups of 25 and packed into cartons for delivery to a single destination at the bidder’s expense. Although the detailed specifications have not yet been finalized, bidders must request and receive a complete bid package on their firm’s letterhead via fax before submitting a quotation. This is a presolicitation notice for the "Educational Opportunities Pocket Folder" contract, posted in June 2003, and requires interested bidders to adhere to the outlined requirements in order to participate in the bidding process.