Description
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is seeking a qualified commercial printer to produce and mail its alumni “Bell Tower Magazine.” The contract covers a 36‑page (37‑page with cover) magazine, 9 × 10.875 in trim size, printed on either recycled or virgin paper, with a 5‑color cover and 4‑color interior, using soybean‑oil ink. The vendor must print 17,000 copies per issue, handle nonprofit bulk mailing to a client‑supplied list, and deliver finished magazines within ten working days of receiving production files. The award may be renewed annually for up to seven years total.
• 17,000 copies per issue, 36‑page magazine, full‑color print on specified paper stocks.
• Must provide three paper‑stock samples, use soybean‑oil ink, and include postage cost estimate.
• Delivery of printed magazines within 10 working days; packaging in ≤ 40 lb cartons; bulk mailing (non‑profit rate) to alumni list.
• Contract term: 1‑year initial award, renewable each year up to a cumulative 7 years; lowest‑responsive‑bidder wins.