Description
The U.S. Government Publishing Office (on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs) is seeking quotations for the production of two identical pamphlet jackets titled “How to Talk to a Child About Suicide” (P60002). The work involves full‑color offset printing of 20‑page interior pamphlets with wrap‑around covers, saddle‑stitch binding, specific paper grades, flood‑coated covers, packaging, palletizing, and delivery to the VA facility in Hines, Illinois. Fixed‑price totals are $12,793 for jacket 451‑334 and $17,701 for jacket 451‑335; vendors must state the quantity they can produce within those totals and provide unit pricing for any additional copies. The schedule is tight, with proof submission by July 13 and final delivery by July 30, 2026.
• Scope: 8½ × 6½ in. pamphlets, 22 printed sides, four‑color process, JCP L61 cover and A261 text paper (100 lb).
• Pricing: Fixed‑price totals plus per‑copy pricing for over‑run; award based on highest quantity within price, then lowest unit price.
• Timeline: Quote due July 9, PDF proof due July 13, sample delivery within 5 business days after proof approval, final delivery July 30.
• Delivery: FOB destination to VA, with specific packaging, labeling, and shipping notice requirements.