T -- Environmental Guide and Postcards

The contract involves the production of approximately 21,000 books and 32,000 postcards. The books measure 8-1/2 by 11 inches, consisting of 182 pages plus a separate cover, printed in full 4-color process along with PMS-451 ink on 40/50 pound white offset text paper for the interior pages and 70/80 pound white gloss coated paper for the cover. The books are to be perfect bound and delivered in bulk: 20,000 copies to one main location and 1,000 copies distributed among 14 smaller destinations. The postcards are 6 by 9 inches, printed double-sided in full 4-color process on 70/80 pound white gloss coated cover stock. Their distribution involves a mass mailing of 31,470 single pieces and additional shipments of 530 postcards divided among three locations. Electronic files will be provided for both the books and postcards, and proofs are required before final printing. Specifications for the job have not yet been finalized, and interested bidders must request a complete bid package on their company letterhead by fax. Only firms that have received the full bid package may submit quotations. This contract is identified by the solicitation number Jacket747-393 and is currently in the presolicitation phase as of April 2002.