Description
The Government Publishing Office (GPO) seeks a qualified printer to produce an exact re‑print of the Air Force Reserve “Palace Chase & Palace Front” brochure (25‑050). The contract calls for 25 000 folded brochure forms (11 × 8½ in flat, folded to 3 ⅔ × 8½ in), printed four‑color, single‑pass on 80‑lb silk‑coated cover stock, with a post‑print satin aqueous coating on both sides. The contractor must provide PDF proof, two sets of digital color proofs, two sets of high‑resolution composite or approved ink‑jet proofs, and physical paper‑stock samples. After proof approval, the contractor must produce and ship the finished brochures to five Air Force Reserve locations (5 000 each) by 12 Nov 2026, using specified shrink‑film packaging, palletizing, and barcode labeling. Compliance reporting, W‑9 submission, and possible pre‑award financial documentation are required.
• 25 000 printed brochures, four‑color, satin‑coated, 80‑lb silk cover (JCP L62)
• Proofing sequence: PDF → digital color proofs → high‑resolution composite/ink‑jet proofs + paper samples
• Packaging: 50‑form shrink‑film packs, 4‑stringer pallets, barcode‑labeled cartons, delivery to five separate Air Force Reserve sites
• Mandatory deadlines: quote by 02 Oct 2026, PDF proof by 06 Oct 2026, final delivery by 12 Nov 2026
• Required reporting: shipping notifications, compliance emails, and provision of W‑9 and possible financial statements