RFP 019-007 - Manchester High School Yearbook Publishing

Manchester Public Schools is seeking a full‑service vendor to design, produce, market, and deliver the Manchester High School yearbook for the 2019‑2020 and 2020‑2021 school years, with optional extensions through 2022‑2023. The contract requires a robust online production platform, local Connecticut workshops, on‑site design support, and comprehensive sales/marketing tools, along with strict security and insurance requirements. Vendors must demonstrate at least five years of yearbook experience, provide local references, and submit detailed pricing for the base specification and any extensions. • Publish 300‑copy base yearbook (8½×11 in, 224 pages, premium gloss) plus optional extra copies/pages. • Deliver an interactive web portal for design, sales tracking, parent‑generated ads, payment plans, and mobile app support. • Conduct a tuition‑free local workshop (3 seats) and provide on‑site “plant artist” design services. • Meet strict contractual terms: two‑year base period (July 1 2019 – June 30 2021), possible two‑year extensions, mandatory insurance, background‑check compliance, and a non‑withdrawal window of 90 days after bid opening.