GF&P Walk-In Area Signs and GPA Sign Order

The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish & Parks (GF&P) is seeking a professional printing vendor to produce Annual Walk-In Area Signs and GPA Sign Order, with approximately 3,170 signs to be manufactured and delivered across multiple state regional offices by May 1, 2024. The procurement involves high-quality printed signage for various purposes, including Walk-In Area signs, Coop Hunting Access Area signs, and Game Production Area signs, with specific technical specifications detailed in the attached Sign Specifications document. Interested vendors must carefully follow the procurement guidelines outlined in the SDVendorManual_20211221.pdf, which includes registration requirements and submission protocols. The solicitation was posted on February 27, 2024, with proposals due by March 20, 2024, and the primary point of contact is Mark Norton, who can be reached at 605-773-3096 or Mark.Norton@state.sd.us. Vendors are expected to meet stringent printing quality standards, produce signs in specified sizes and materials, and ensure timely delivery to designated locations throughout South Dakota.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though the South Dakota vendor manual suggests potential preferences for resident businesses and goods manufactured within the state. The vendor manual indicates an annual $50 registration fee is required for potential bidders, and corporate registration may be necessary to participate in the procurement process. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the comprehensive sign order suggests a moderate-value contract for printing services. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no explicit references to required technology integration or existing infrastructure considerations. Vendors will need to demonstrate capability in high-quality sign printing, adherence to technical specifications, and ability to distribute signs to multiple regional locations across South Dakota by the May 1, 2024 delivery deadline. Interested vendors should carefully review the Sign Specifications document to understand the precise requirements for material, size, printing process, and performance expectations.