MPA 204 OE Printing Services, Offset and Digital

The State of Rhode Island is conducting an Open Enrollment (OE) Master Price Agreement (MPA) for Printing Services, specifically targeting Offset and Digital printing services through solicitation number OEV26005877. The procurement seeks to establish a list of qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive printing services for state agencies, quasi-public organizations, Rhode Island municipalities, and school districts, with the initial contract running from August 29, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods. Vendors can apply for either offset or digital printing services, or both, with the evaluation conducted on a pass/fail basis. The solicitation requires vendors to demonstrate comprehensive capabilities across various printing project dimensions, including different sizes, materials, and finishes. Proposals must be submitted by September 26th, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST, with vendors required to register in Ocean State Procures and provide a complete proposal package. The procurement process will involve agencies issuing specific scopes of work (mini-bids) to qualified vendors and soliciting price quotes when printing services are needed.

The solicitation includes specific requirements for vendor participation, with a strong emphasis on minority business enterprise (MBE) participation. Vendors must submit an MBE Participation Acknowledgment Form and include at least one MBE/WBE/VBE certified vendor in the quote process for each project. A mandatory 1% contract administrative fee will be applied to vendors' annual spend, which will be deposited into a restricted receipt account for maintaining the state's eProcurement system. The State reserves the right to award contracts to one or multiple vendors, with selection based on factors including price, expertise, and availability. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and demonstrate the ability to meet diverse printing requirements. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the broad scope of the procurement suggests potential for significant annual spending across multiple state and local entities, with the flexibility to accommodate various printing project needs from different governmental organizations throughout Rhode Island.