Offset Forms Web Press (DGS-OTA)

The State of California, Department of General Services (DGS), is procuring a new Offset Forms Web Press and associated equipment, delivery, installation, testing, training, preventive maintenance, and repair services through this Invitation for Bid (IFB) event. The contractor must provide a high-speed offset press capable of printing a variety of forms for various state departments at speeds up to 1,200 feet per minute with tight registration and advanced features. The contract term is five years, with pricing covering a one-year warranty and two years of preventive maintenance. The contractor must meet specific qualification requirements, adhere to security and confidentiality protocols, and provide training and repair services. Acceptance of the equipment is subject to benchmark and performance testing, and the state will pay for preventive maintenance and repair services at the rates specified in the cost worksheet. The contractor is responsible for providing replacement parts and ensuring the hardware and software remain fully supported and compliant with the state's IT standards.

This procurement includes several socioeconomic programs, such as the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive, Small Business Preference, and Target Area Contract Preference Act (TACPA). The total contract value over the 3-year term is $30,000, with $10,000 allocated for each year. Pricing must be all-inclusive, with no additional fees charged to the customer. Bids are due by October 21, 2024, and the award will be made on an "All or None" basis to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest cost after applicable preference and incentive calculations.