Pub. 10050 R-01-25 Medicare and You 2025 (Bulk orders for warehouse)
ID: 432310Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT PUBLISHING OFFICEUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT PUBLISHING OFFICECustomer ServicesWashington, DC, 20401, USA

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111)

PSC

PHOTO/MAP/PRINT/PUBLICATION- ARTS/GRAPHICS (T001)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b97a5d25c220434f8a0061e226dda7d3/view
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    The United States Government Publishing Office (GPO) is soliciting bids for the procurement of the "Medicare and You 2025" handbook, which entails producing 85,900 copies across 63 different versions. The project requires contractors to adhere to specific printing specifications, including approximately 124 to 188 pages per version, printed in black and one Pantone color, with stringent quality checks and approval processes prior to printing. This handbook serves as a critical resource for Medicare beneficiaries, ensuring they receive essential information about their healthcare options. Bids must be submitted via email by March 19, 2025, and interested parties can contact Steve Gaumer at sgaumer@gpo.gov or Jennifer Yarbrough at jyarbrough@gpo.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Steve Gaumer
    (202) 512-0446
    sgaumer@gpo.gov
    Jennifer Yarbrough
    (202) 512-0220
    jyarbrough@gpo.gov
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    432310.pdf
    The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) is soliciting bids for the procurement of the "Medicare and You 2025" handbook, which consists of 85,900 copies across 63 different versions. Bids must be submitted virtually by email to GPO before the deadline of March 19, 2025, and must follow specific submission guidelines regarding file size and format. The handbook's key specifications include approximately 124 to 188 pages per version, printed in black and one Pantone color, with specific binding and coating requirements. The government reserves the right to adjust the order by up to 20%. Contractors are required to perform quality checks and obtain approvals for proofs before printing. Various shipping and labeling protocols are mandated to ensure compliance with governmental standards. The document outlines strict guidelines for paper quality, printing specifications, and post-award procedures, including a potential conference between government representatives and the contractor. Contractors must also provide financial documentation to demonstrate capability to fulfill contract terms. This RFP exemplifies the government's regulatory structures for procurement and aims to ensure high-quality public materials while involving multiple compliance checkpoints.
    432310a1.pdf
    This document serves as Amendment No. 1 to the invitation for bids on Jacket 432-310, set for opening on March 19, 2025. It states that the bid opening date remains unchanged and provides updated shipping addresses for key recipients: the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), United Systems of Arkansas, and Novak Birch. The amendment clarifies that all freight is F.O.B. Destination, and that government-furnished materials will be supplied by March 21, 2025. Additionally, it highlights a specific exception for cover stock gloss, limiting it to an average of 35% on each side. It is imperative for bidders to acknowledge this amendment prior to the bid opening to avoid being declared nonresponsive. The document is oriented towards ensuring proper adherence to bidding procedures and specifications in government contracting, which reflects the structured and formal nature of RFPs and federal procurements.
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