T -- GSA 2004 Global Supply Catalog

The contract involves the production and nationwide distribution of 213,200 copies of a comprehensive catalog consisting of 864 pages plus a separate cover and two tear-out forms at the back. The catalog dimensions are 8-3/8 by 10-7/8 inches with required bleeds for printing. The covers are printed using a 4-color process plus one PMS (Pantone Matching System) fifth color and finished with a clear spot UV coating, while the text inside utilizes a 4-color process plus one additional PMS color that varies by section, requiring nine different PMS colors in total. The two forms at the back are printed in black only and must be perforated along the binding edge. The binding is perfect bound with scores at the fold. Electronic PDF files will be provided to the contractor, and proofs are required for approval. Additionally, government inspection of press sheets at the contractor’s plant is mandatory at the start of each press run. The finished catalogs must be distributed to approximately 78,500 addresses nationwide. The specifications for the project have not yet been finalized. Interested bidders must request a complete bid package by faxing a request on their firm’s letterhead to the designated fax number. A full bid package is required before submitting a quotation.