Pubs. 11173 & 11173-S R-7-26 How the Medicare Ombudsman Works for You

The U.S. Government Publishing Office (acting for CMS) is seeking a printer to produce 7,754 two‑sided forms (5,502 copies of Pub # 11173 R‑7‑26 and 2,252 copies of Pub # 11173‑S R‑7‑26). The print job requires specific color matching (PMS 288, 300, 193 & Black), a 70‑lb matte‑coated paper (JCP A240), and strict quality‑level 3 controls with non‑destructive Level I and destructive Level S‑2 inspections. Finished products must be shrink‑wrapped, labeled with ICN numbers, and shipped FOB destination to two locations (Baltimore, MD and North Little Rock, AR) by August 24 2026. Vendors must be registered on the GPO Publish portal, submit an online quote by May 8 2026, provide a press‑quality PDF soft proof by August 14 2026, and supply a mandatory W‑9 before payment. • Print 7,754 total forms (two publication numbers) on specified JCP A240 paper. • Full‑color, head‑to‑head printing with no bleeds; quality‑level 3 (GPO PUB 310.1). • Deliver to two destinations (≈ 7,000 copies to CMS Baltimore, ≈ 750 copies to United Systems of Arkansas). • Mandatory pre‑flight PDF check, soft‑proof submission, and strict labeling/packaging requirements.