Description
The U.S. Government Publishing Office is seeking a contractor to produce FSA/ARC/PLC postcards. The postcards will have a face and back that print 4-color process type and line matter with illustrations, bleeds uncommon. The contractor will be responsible for creating bleeds and ensuring that the image is clear and sharp. The postcards will have variable data that must be imaged directly on the pieces using laser imaging or high-quality ink jet imaging. The contractor must also ensure that the mailings conform to the U.S. Postal Service regulations and achieve the lowest First-Class Mail rate.
• The contractor must perform a basic check of the furnished media and publishing files to assure correct output of the required reproduction image.
• The contractor must create or change any necessary trapping, set proper screen angles and screen frequency, and define file output selection for the imaging device being utilized.
• The contractor must ensure that the mailings are sorted and packaged according to USPS specifications to obtain the best applicable postage rates.
• The contractor must pass the entire address file against a USPS Code Accuracy Support System (CASS) certified software address hygiene program.
• The contractor must ensure that the mail processing software corrects addresses with the most current information from USPS databases and standardizes abbreviations and fonts.