Magazine Printing Contract – Missouri Western State University (FB20‑004)

Missouri Western State University sought a qualified printer to produce three full‑color issues of its campus magazine (approximately 36 pages, 8½ × 10⅞ in.) in runs of 27,000, 22,000 or 17,000 copies. The solicitation required use of Macintosh OS, on‑site contact for proofing, and compliance with exact paper stocks, UV coating, and saddle‑stitch binding. Bids were sealed, paper‑only submissions, evaluated on quality, price, and schedule, with a 1 % per day late‑delivery penalty and a 30‑day termination right for the university. Breese Journal & Publishing Company was awarded the contract, offering the lowest total price for the 27,000‑copy run. Optional services such as envelope inserts, polybag packaging, and address‑sort‑mail were priced separately. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price, FOB Destination agreement with a 60‑day bid‑price validity period. • Scope: Full‑color magazine printing (36 pages, 4/4 color, UV coated cover, saddle‑stitched) for three issues. • Volume options: 27 k, 22 k, or 17 k copies per issue, plus optional inserts and mailing services. • Procurement: Sealed‑bid, formal competition; award to lowest‑and‑best compliant bidder; 1 % per day late‑delivery penalty; 30‑day termination clause.