Description
The U.S. Government Publishing Office is seeking a qualified printer to produce 1,000 copies of the expanded edition of “On Course Through History.” The books are Smyth‑sewn, case‑bound, 11×8½ in, with dark‑blue linen cover, gold foil stamping, and 252 pages of mixed‑color content. The contractor must handle all aspects of production, quality‑level II assurance, shrink‑wrapping, packaging, labeling, and shipment to multiple government sites, meeting a final delivery deadline of late June 2026.
• Produce 1,000 high‑quality, foil‑stamped, Smyth‑sewn books meeting GPO Level II standards.
• Package each book shrink‑wrapped; use self‑mailers for ~193 copies and cartons for the remainder, with strict labeling (jacket number, title, quantity).
• Ship to four destinations (including Naval History & Heritage Command, U.S. Navy Seabee Museum, BUMED Historian, plus a mixed mailing list) by 26‑27 June 2026, providing traceable “F.O.B. destination” delivery.
• Submit a press‑quality PDF proof by 19 September 2025 and respond to GPO feedback within two workdays.
• Include costs for a possible press inspection, label‑correction charges, and comply with electronic notification and invoice‑barcode procedures.