Legislative Printing for the Executive

The New York State Office of General Services Procurement Services has established a state-wide contract for Legislative Printing for the Executive, specifically designed to procure printed materials for the Division of the Budget (DOB) and the Executive Chamber. The contract covers the production of critical governmental documents, including Budget Appropriation Bills, Budget Documents, and Messages from the Governor, with a specific requirement for using recycled materials. The printing services encompass various specifications such as one-color and four-color text, different paper stocks, binding types, and cover printing, ensuring comprehensive document production capabilities for state governmental needs.

The contract is awarded to Fort Orange Press, Inc. and will remain active from December 15, 2022, through December 14, 2026. It is a commodity-type contract limited to the state of New York, with the contracting organizations being the NYS Division of the Budget and the Executive Chamber. The contract is structured to provide a dedicated procurement mechanism for governmental printing requirements, with provisions for annual pricing adjustments based on specific indices and no price changes during the first contract year.

The Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) is designed as a single-award contract with specific lot divisions: Lot 1 for Budget Appropriation Bills & Budget Documents, and Lot 2 for Messages from the Governor. While detailed individual award values are not explicitly stated, the contract includes comprehensive pricing for various printing specifications and emphasizes sustainability through specific requirements for paper sourcing, ink composition, and environmental standards. The contract allows for authorized state agencies and other approved entities to utilize this state contract, providing a flexible procurement solution for legislative and executive printing needs.