A1. PWS Leatherneck_Gazette.pdf

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Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to the Marine Corps Association for MCJROTC Instructor Recruitment Advertising
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M00264-26-NOI-JW06
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This is a Performance Work Statement for Marine Corps JROTC Advertising Services. The contractor shall provide monthly print and online advertising services to recruit qualified retired Marine Corps officers and enlisted Marines for instructor vacancies nationwide through two Marine Corps Association publications: Leatherneck magazine and The Marine Corps Gazette.

The contractor must publish one half-page, full-color advertisement in each monthly issue of both publications, positioned in the forward section whenever practicable to maximize visibility. All advertisements shall utilize artwork provided by MCJROTC unless otherwise coordinated, with one electronic proof delivered prior to publication for Government review and approval. The contractor must also provide monthly proof-of-performance copies in electronic PDF and/or printed format within 10 business days after publication. Additionally, the contractor shall display MCJROTC advertisements on both publications' websites (www.mca-marines.org/gazette and www.mca-marines.org/leatherneck) concurrent with print publication, include direct hyperlinks to the official MCJROTC recruiting webpage at no additional cost when requested, ensure hyperlinks remain functional throughout the advertising period, and provide monthly performance confirmation. The base period consists of twelve consecutive monthly publication cycles from contract award date. Services shall be performed at the contractor's facilities and publishing platforms, with deliverables submitted electronically to Marine Corps JROTC Headquarters in Quantico, Virginia. The Government will provide advertisement artwork, graphics, required text and branding, website hyperlinks, and approval points of contact.

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Marine Corps JROTC Advertising Services

1.0 Background

The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (MCJROTC) requires advertising services to recruit qualified retired Marine Corps officers and enlisted Marines for instructor vacancies nationwide. The target audience consists primarily of current, retiring, and former Marines. The Marine Corps Association (MCA) publications, Leatherneck and The Marine Corps Gazette, provide direct access to this audience through both print and digital media.

2.0 Objective

The contractor shall provide monthly print and online advertising services in Leatherneck magazine and The Marine Corps Gazette to promote Marine Corps JROTC instructor employment opportunities.

3.0 Scope of Work

The contractor shall publish MCJROTC advertisements in accordance with the requirements identified below.

4.0 Performance Requirements

4.1 Gazette Print Advertisement

The contractor shall:

● Publish one (1) half-page, full-color advertisement in each monthly issue of The Marine Corps Gazette.

● Position the advertisement in the forward section of the publication whenever practicable to maximize visibility.

● Utilize artwork provided by MCJROTC unless otherwise coordinated.

● Deliver one electronic proof prior to publication for Government review and approval.

● Provide one proof-of-performance copy (electronic PDF and/or printed publication) to MCJROTC each month following publication.

4.2 Leatherneck Print Advertisement

The contractor shall:

● Publish one (1) half-page, full-color advertisement in each monthly issue of Leatherneck magazine.

● Position the advertisement in the forward section of the publication whenever practicable.

● Utilize artwork provided by MCJROTC unless otherwise coordinated.

● Deliver one electronic proof prior to publication for Government review and approval.

● Provide one proof-of-performance copy (electronic PDF and/or printed publication) to MCJROTC each month following publication.

4.3 Gazette Online Advertisement

The contractor shall:

● Display the MCJROTC advertisement on the Marine Corps Gazette website (www.mca-marines.org/gazette) concurrent with the print publication period.

● Include a direct hyperlink to the official MCJROTC recruiting webpage when requested by the Government at no additional cost.

● Ensure the hyperlink remains functional throughout the advertising period.

● Provide monthly performance confirmation indicating the advertisement was displayed as contracted.

4.4 Leatherneck Online Advertisement

The contractor shall:

● Display the MCJROTC advertisement on the Leatherneck website (www.mca-marines.org/leatherneck) concurrent with the print publication period.

● Include a direct hyperlink to the official MCJROTC recruiting webpage when requested by the Government at no additional cost.

● Ensure the hyperlink remains functional throughout the advertising period.

● Provide monthly performance confirmation indicating the advertisement was displayed as contracted.

5.0 Government-Furnished Information (GFI)

The Government will provide:

● Advertisement artwork and graphics.

● Required text and branding.

● Website hyperlink for online advertisements.

● Points of contact for advertisement approval.

6.0 Deliverables

http://www.mca-marines.org/gazette http://www.mca-marines.org/leatherneck

Deliverable Frequency Due Date

Electronic advertisement proof Monthly Prior to publication

Gazette print proof of publication (PDF or printed copy)

Monthly Within 10 business days after publication

Leatherneck print proof of publication (PDF or printed copy)

Monthly Within 10 business days after publication

Confirmation of Gazette online advertisement

Monthly Within 10 business days after publication

Confirmation of Leatherneck online advertisement

Monthly Within 10 business days after publication

7.0 Performance Standards

The contractor shall:

● Publish advertisements in the agreed publication issue and location.

● Ensure all advertisements accurately reproduce Government-approved artwork.

● Maintain active online advertisements for the contracted display period.

● Correct any contractor-caused publication errors at no additional cost to the Government.

● Deliver all required proofs of performance on schedule.

8.0 Period of Performance

Base Period:

Twelve (12) consecutive monthly publication cycles from date of contract award.

9.0 Place of Performance

Services shall be performed at the contractor's facilities and through the contractor's print and digital publishing platforms. Deliverables shall be submitted electronically to Marine Corps JROTC Headquarters, Quantico, Virginia.

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)
Marine Corps JROTC Advertising Services
1.0 Background
2.0 Objective
3.0 Scope of Work
4.0 Performance Requirements
4.1 Gazette Print Advertisement
4.2 Leatherneck Print Advertisement
4.3 Gazette Online Advertisement
4.4 Leatherneck Online Advertisement
5.0 Government-Furnished Information (GFI)
6.0 Deliverables
7.0 Performance Standards
8.0 Period of Performance
9.0 Place of Performance

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