Business Cards - Annual Contract

The State of South Dakota is seeking a vendor to provide an annual contract for printing business cards for state employees, with the contract effective from August 15, 2023, through July 31, 2024. The procurement opportunity requires a vendor capable of producing business cards with specific technical specifications, including Brilliant White Card Stock at least 0.015" thick, printed with black ink, featuring the State Seal and raised text. Deliverables include business cards printed to precise specifications, with delivery required within two weeks of approved proof, distributed to various state agencies throughout South Dakota. The solicitation requires vendors to provide environmentally preferable paper products meeting Green Seal, Ecologo certification, or United States Environmental Protection Agency Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines. Pricing is structured for quantities ranging from 100 to 2,500 cards, with the state allowing alternative paper products if environmentally preferable options do not exceed pricing by more than 5%. The formal due date for this contract opportunity is August 3, 2023, with the contract anticipated to commence on August 15, 2023.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. The State of South Dakota Vendor's Manual indicates general policies supporting non-discrimination and potentially encouraging minority business participation, but no specific requirements are outlined for this particular business card contract. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation. The contract allows for potential renewal for up to four additional one-year periods, suggesting potential long-term value for the selected vendor. While specific budget ranges are not directly stated, the pricing schedule indicates a scalable contract with unit pricing for different card quantity levels. The procurement is managed through the State of South Dakota's Office of Procurement Management, which follows standardized procurement methods including request for quotation processes. Interested vendors would need to comply with the state's vendor registration requirements and procurement policies as outlined in the vendor manual.