Braille Products
ID: Program3571SType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT PUBLISHING OFFICEUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT PUBLISHING OFFICECustomer ServicesWashington, DC, 20401, USA

NAICS

Printing (32311)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/6ca93ff5226a472e8e80680564f74e2c/view
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    Description

    The United States Government Publishing Office is seeking qualified vendors to provide Braille transcription and embossing services for Braille products in both English and Spanish. The procurement includes the creation of title pages, tables of contents, contractor-printed cover pages with Braille spine labels, as well as binding, packing, and distribution of these materials. These services are crucial for ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for individuals who rely on Braille for reading. Interested parties can reach out to Linda Price at lprice@gpo.gov or Tammy Nishimura at tnishimura@gpo.gov for further details regarding the solicitation process.

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    Linda Price
    6144884616x7
    lprice@gpo.gov
    Tammy Nishimura
    61448846169x5
    tnishimura@gpo.gov
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