Purchase Description for NEW NGB Seals SSDRAFT.docx

National Guard Bureau Presentation Seal Plaques

1. Scope The contractor shall manufacture and deliver 541 National Guard Bureau presentation seal plaques for official presentation purposes. Each plaque shall reproduce the National Guard Bureau seal in accordance with the Government-provided artwork/mockup and the requirements below.

2. Quantity 541 each (total).

3. Dimensions and Construction Each plaque shall:

· Be circular in shape.

· Measure 14 inches in diameter.

· Measure 3/4 inch thick.

· Be constructed of wood or wood-based material suitable for a finished presentation plaque, with sufficient rigidity and durability to resist warping, cracking, or delamination under normal indoor display conditions.

· Have smooth, finished edges and surfaces free from chips, splinters, cracks, dents, visible adhesive, or other defects.

· Include a recessed keyhole-style hanging slot/hanger on the reverse side, centered and securely installed so that the plaque may be hung flush and level on a vertical wall.

4. Design and Markings The face of each plaque shall reproduce the National Guard Bureau seal shown in the Government-provided reference artwork. (Image 1) The design shall include:

· The words “NATIONAL GUARD” along the upper portion of the outer ring.

· The word “BUREAU” along the lower portion of the outer ring.

· The eagle device centered within the inner field.

· Stars positioned around the lower portions of the outer ring consistent with the approved artwork.

· Symbols, proportions, spacing, and orientation substantially conforming to the Government-furnished artwork.

· Lettering shall match the typeface, size, spacing, curvature, and proportions depicted in the Government-furnished artwork.

No additional manufacturer logos, trademarks, labels, or advertising shall appear on the visible face of the plaque.

5. Colors Colors shall conform to the Government-provided artwork and shall use the following color references:

· Blue: Pantone 289 C

· Gold/Yellow: Pantone 136 C

· Orange/Brown: Pantone 718 C

· Colors shall visually match Pantone 289 C, Pantone 136 C, and Pantone 718 C, as applicable, under normal indoor lighting. The approved preproduction sample shall establish the acceptable production color standard. Minor variations inherent to printing, coating, or the natural wood substrate are acceptable provided they do not result in a readily noticeable difference from the approved sample. Instrumental color measurement is not required. (Image 2)

6. Finish and Appearance The finished plaque shall be suitable for official presentation to Members of Congress and other distinguished recipients.

The face shall have a clean, professional presentation-quality appearance. Printed, painted, laminated, engraved, routed, or otherwise applied graphics are acceptable provided that:

· the design is sharp and legible;

· colors are opaque and uniform;

· there is no visible bleeding, smearing, bubbling, peeling, or misregistration;

· the graphic surface is securely bonded or applied;

· the finished product is resistant to normal handling and indoor display conditions.

The contractor shall ensure consistent workmanship and appearance across all 541 plaques.

7. First Article / Preproduction Sample

Sample Submission: Contractor shall submit one complete preproduction sample within 15 calendar days after contract award.

Government Review: Government will provide approval or required corrections within 5 business days after receipt of the sample.

The Government will evaluate the sample for:

· dimensions;

· materials and workmanship;

· color;

· graphic accuracy;

· placement and proportions of seal elements;

· hanging hardware; and

· overall presentation quality.

8. Packaging

9. Inspection and Acceptance Inspection and acceptance shall occur at the Government delivery location. Final acceptance will be based on conformance with the approved preproduction sample and all requirements of this Purchase Description, including dimensions, materials, workmanship, colors, text, graphics, and mounting hardware. Comment by Armentor, Beau J LTC USARMY NG DNGBJS (USA): Comment by Armentor, Beau J LTC USARMY NG DNGBJS (USA): Inspection and Acceptance location / method States only that plaques must conform to the approved sample and the PD.

Missing: place of inspection (contractor facility, Government site), whether inspection is 100 % visual or sampling, and who performs final acceptance.

Plaques containing defects affecting appearance, structural integrity, graphic accuracy, color consistency, or hanging functionality may be rejected.

10. Delivery Comment by Armentor, Beau J LTC USARMY NG DNGBJS (USA): Delivery schedule / Period of Performance No required dates or timeframes for:

Submission of the preproduction sample Government review/approval of the sample Start of full production after approval Final delivery of the 541 plaques Delivery/Shipping Cost (FOB Destination) Partial deliveries are authorized in accordance with the following schedule:

· First Delivery: 200 plaques within 60 calendar days after Government approval of the preproduction sample.

· Second Delivery: 200 additional plaques within 30 calendar days after completion of the first delivery.

· Final Delivery: Remaining 141 plaques within 30 calendar days after completion of the second delivery.

Each delivery increment shall conform to the approved preproduction sample and all requirements of this Purchase Description.

The Contractor is responsible for all shipping costs to the destination(s) designated by the Government.

11. Government-Furnished Artwork and Data Rights The Government will furnish the digital artwork files (Image 1 and Image 2) necessary to reproduce the National Guard Bureau seal. These files are Government property. The Contractor shall:

· Use the artwork solely for performance of this contract;

· Safeguard the files against unauthorized access, copying, or disclosure;

· Make no reproduction, distribution, or use of the artwork for any other purpose or customer; and The Contractor acquires no rights in the seal design or the furnished artwork. The Government retains unlimited rights in the data.

Draft CLIN Structure:

CLIN 0001 NGB Seals CLIN 0002 NGB Tooling/Die

12. Attachments A) Image 1_New NGB Logo (2026): PNG File B) Image 2_NGB Seal with Color Scheme: JPEG File