Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC) Guides Printing

The State of Nebraska's State Purchasing Bureau is seeking a qualified printing vendor to produce multiple Game and Parks Commission (NGPC) guides through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued on May 13, 2025. The procurement targets comprehensive printing services for six distinct guide types, including Big Game, Fishing, Small Game/Waterfowl, Boating, Turkey, and Parks guides, with estimated annual quantities ranging from 50,000 to 95,000 guides. Vendors must be located within 100 miles of Lincoln, Nebraska, and demonstrate capabilities in rapid turnaround, electronic file processing, and providing hard and soft proofs. Technical specifications mandate precise production requirements, including paper stock options (50# uncoated white offset or 60# gloss text), four-color process printing, and specific finishing techniques. The contract will initially span one year with potential renewals for four additional one-year periods, with a proposed vendor start date of October 1, 2025. Bid responses are due by June 5, 2025, with an anticipated contract award on July 9, 2025. Evaluation criteria will include price, vendor location, production quality, and delivery time efficiency.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be capable of delivering guides within 2-10 days after final proof approval, with specific delivery schedules for different guide types. The procurement allows for either recycled or virgin paper stock, with only one stock type to be ultimately awarded. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract includes provisions for detailed reporting and potential usage tracking. Although precise budget ranges are not specified, the comprehensive nature of the guides and the varied quantity requirements suggest a potentially significant contract value. The State reserves the right to award the contract based on multiple evaluation criteria, ensuring flexibility in vendor selection. Interested bidders must provide comprehensive pricing that includes all material, labor, production, and associated costs for guide printing services.