Description
The Government Publishing Office seeks a qualified printer to produce 202 copies of a 540‑page hardcover book titled “Strategic Assessment 2025.” The books must be PUR perfect‑bound with a wrap‑around cover, full‑color process printing, gloss lay‑flat laminate, and must meet GPO Quality Level III specifications. The contractor is responsible for proofing, production, packaging, and delivery to three locations, with strict traceability and warranty requirements.
• Quantity: 202 books (200 for National Defense University, 1 for FDLP, 1 for Library of Congress).
• Technical specs: 7 × 10 in trim, 540 pages, 4‑color cover, PUR perfect‑binding, 2400 × 2400 dpi minimum, water‑resistant inks/toner, gloss laminate.
• Proof workflow: PDF soft proof → “OK to Print” → full‑size production proof (digital or offset) → optional ink‑jet cover proof; all proofs sent to NDU.
• Delivery: shrink‑wrapped books packed in cartons, shipped traceably via FedEx/UPS/USPS to the three destinations by June 30 2026.
• Compliance: one‑year warranty, mandatory W‑9, possible pre‑award financial survey, and adherence to GPO contract terms (Pub 310.1/310.2).