Description
The GPO is seeking a qualified printer to produce 4,000 high‑quality color maps for the Department of the Interior, meeting strict GPO quality‑assurance and packaging standards. The contractor must handle pre‑press checks, produce a high‑resolution digital proof, manage 80 sub‑lots with random‑copy selection, and ship the finished product to two California sites by the stipulated delivery date.
• Print 4,000 maps on 80 lb gloss‑coated paper with 4‑color process and satin coating, flat size 27×27 in., folded 4.5×9 in.
• Provide a mandatory digital composite laminated proof (≥2400 dpi) and comply with GPO QATAP Level 3 quality requirements.
• Pack in 80 equal sub‑lots, label with GPO Forms 905, 917, and 2678, and ship separate blue‑label random copies; notify GPO and DOI on shipment.
• Material pickup 25 June 2026, final delivery required 21 July 2026; invoice within 10 workdays after distribution.