Exhibit D - University of Wisconsin System Diplomas Specification Document

This specification document outlines the requirements for diploma production services for the University of Wisconsin System. The document establishes detailed standards for diploma design, materials, printing, and delivery specifications for undergraduate and graduate diplomas across all UW System institutions. Key requirements include specific paper stock specifications, ink formulations, layout and formatting standards, security features, and quality control measures. The diplomas must accommodate multiple degree types and institutional variations while maintaining consistent branding and quality across the system. The specifications detail binding options, embossing requirements, and packaging standards to ensure diplomas arrive in pristine condition to individual UW institutions.

The document establishes performance standards and acceptance criteria for diploma vendors, including color matching specifications, paper weight and finish requirements, and dimensional tolerances. Vendors must demonstrate capability to produce diplomas meeting all detailed specifications while accommodating seasonal volume fluctuations and special requests from individual UW institutions. The specification emphasizes security features and authenticity measures to prevent counterfeiting, along with turnaround time requirements for order fulfillment. Quality assurance procedures, including sampling and inspection protocols, are defined to ensure consistent adherence to specifications across all production runs and institutional orders.