Participant Guide v6. 0 (kit of 4), 3 Different Posters. (kit of 4)

The Government Publishing Office (GPO) is soliciting bids for a comprehensive printing project involving four distinct printed materials for worldwide distribution. The contract requires the production of 46,009 Participant Guides (218 pages plus cover) and 16,103 copies each of three different posters/flyers covering topics like WHTT Health, MLC, and VA Benefits and Services. All materials must be produced using 4-color process printing with specific paper stock and binding requirements, including perfect binding with PUR adhesive for the Participant Guides. Bids must be submitted electronically to bids@gpo.gov by 1:00 PM EST on December 19, 2024, with award anticipated by December 23, 2024. Contractors are required to provide PDF proofs by December 30 and complete final delivery to approximately 113 worldwide locations by January 17, 2024. The predominant printing function cannot be subcontracted, and bidders must demonstrate financial capability and may be subject to a preaward survey.

This solicitation is not designated with a specific set-aside and falls under the NAICS category 32311 for Printing and PSC category T011 for Photo/Map/Print/Publication. The contract requires pricing per thousand copies in addition to the base quantity, with delivery to both domestic and APO/FPO addresses. Total production volume encompasses 94,318 copies across the four different printed materials. While no incumbent contractor is specified in the documentation, the global distribution requirements suggest a complex logistical component to the contract. Contractors must be prepared to handle precise production specifications, including color printing, specific paper stocks, and varied binding techniques. The project's international distribution footprint and technical printing requirements indicate a sophisticated procurement process targeting high-quality, informative printed materials for government communication purposes.