WIC - #385 TIME FOR TEXTURES ENG, HC

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health's Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is seeking printing services for publication #385 "Time for Textures" across Worcester County and New Bedford City. The procurement involves producing 6,000 total printed copies, specifically 4,000 in English and 2,000 in Haitian Creole, with precise technical specifications including 8x11 full bleeds, 80# white recycled paper, and saddle stitch binding. The printing must be completed in black ink and include a recycled paper logo or statement indicating recycled content. Key project dates include a quote submission deadline of August 20, 2025, with proofs required by September 3, 2025, and final printing due on September 26, 2025. The printed materials will be distributed through the DPH Distribution Center located in Northborough, Massachusetts. Contractors must submit a PDF proof to Meaghan Jenkins, the designated contact, at Meaghan.jenkins@mass.gov, and must adhere to specific production and documentation requirements outlined in the procurement documents.

While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions are explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents, the contract appears to have specific shipping and delivery requirements that vendors must carefully follow. The Massachusetts WIC Warehouse Shipping Specifications mandate strict guidelines for shipment preparation, including maximum carton weights of 30 pounds, detailed labeling requirements, and specific delivery windows of Tuesday through Friday between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Shipping terms are Free on Board (FOB) destination with freight pre-paid by the vendor, and shipments under 10 cartons can be sent via FedEx or UPS ground. Although no specific budget range is provided, the detailed specifications suggest a professional, structured procurement process with comprehensive vendor expectations. Potential contractors must demonstrate capability to meet technical printing specifications, adhere to recycled content requirements, and comply with precise shipping and delivery protocols established by the Massachusetts WIC Program.