Summer Food Service Program Banners 2026 IFB CN250111

The California Department of Education's Nutrition Services Division is seeking bids for the Summer Food Service Program Banners 2026 through Invitation for Bid (IFB) CN250111. The procurement involves producing 3,750 vinyl banners - specifically 2,250 English and 1,500 Spanish versions - measuring 3' x 6' with specific technical requirements including gold grommets, UV protection, heat-welded edges, and individual packaging in mailing tubes. Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience in vinyl banner printing and provide two professional references, with on-site printing equipment capable of producing high-quality digital printing using current Adobe Creative Cloud software. Key procurement dates include questions due by October 28, 2025 at 2:00 pm PDT, bid submissions due November 13, 2025 at 2:00 pm PST, and a public bid opening scheduled for November 18, 2025 at 9:00 am PST. The contract performance period is from March 15, 2026 through June 30, 2026, with all banners required to be delivered to the Sacramento Distribution Center by May 15, 2026 during specified delivery hours. Bidders must submit two complete sealed bid copies with original signatures and include required attachments such as insurance certificates and workers' compensation certification.

The solicitation includes potential incentives for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), offering percentage incentives ranging from 3% to 5% based on participation levels, along with a five percent small business preference for certified small businesses. No subcontracting will be permitted, and contractors must have color-matching capabilities and a color correlation specialist. The California Department of Education reserves the right to increase or decrease banner quantities at the contract monitor's discretion. Contractors will be required to submit cost proposals covering printing, packaging, delivery, and two initial banner proofs, with payment processed in arrears upon invoice approval following banner receipt. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves producing 3,750 banners across two languages, indicating a substantial printing project targeting summer meal program awareness in jurisdictions including Sacramento County and San Francisco City. The banners are designed to promote free summer meals for children 18 and under, serving as a critical outreach tool for the nutrition assistance program.