Trail Tales Publications - Comprehensive Printing Services

The State of Nebraska, through the Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive printing services for Trail Tales Publications for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. The solicitation (Number 118337 OR) requires a contractor to produce four seasonal magazine issues annually (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer), with an estimated 34,200 copies per issue, including associated materials such as game cards, subscription cards, special posters, and brochure lift-outs. Vendors must possess a six-unit or larger offset web press capable of four-color process printing and demonstrate the ability to produce first-quality materials on 60lb dull or matte coated paper with precise technical specifications. The contract will be for an initial one-year term with options to renew for five additional one-year periods. Bid responses are due on April 9, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with the State reserving the right to award the contract based on criteria including price, location, quality, delivery time, and vendor qualifications. The solicitation requires comprehensive pricing that includes all production costs such as paper, platemaking, pre-press work, press operations, ink, bindery, and associated labor.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract appears open to printing contractors, with a potential geographic preference for vendors located within 300 miles of Lincoln, Nebraska. Pricing is structured with fixed rates for the first two years and allows for potential price increases limited to 3%, which must be submitted in writing 120 days in advance of the proposed change. While specific budget ranges are not definitively stated, the cost sheet provides pricing tiers for different quantity ranges of publications, with options for both virgin and recycled paper stocks. The estimated annual production volume suggests a significant printing contract, with pricing structured for quantity ranges from 80,000 to 179,999 units across various publication components. Payment terms are set at Net 45, with a delivery requirement of 21 days after receipt of order, and the contract is subject to state funding availability. The State reserves considerable flexibility in adjusting order volumes and selecting the most advantageous vendor based on multiple evaluation criteria.