RFI- Custom Graphic Supplies and Professional Services
ID: SC-CM-25-01Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG NATICKNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

NAICS

Graphic Design ServicesT (54143)

PSC

SIGNS, ADVERTISING DISPLAYS, AND IDENTIFICATION PLATES (9905)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1f9e1a4af066409c90146ba8b0dfdd01/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC), is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights from industry regarding custom graphic supplies and professional services. The objective is to refine the government's requirements for producing digital media and graphic design products that support various DEVCOM SC projects, including marketing materials and the beautification of infrastructure at the Natick Soldier System Center in Massachusetts. The RFI emphasizes the need for capabilities such as large-format custom printing, on-site consultation, and installation of graphics on diverse surfaces, with a critical turnaround time of no more than 75 days from receipt of digital design files to installation. Interested businesses must submit their responses via email by 1500 EST on November 15, 2024, to the designated contacts, GuoQuan Liang and Devin M. Morrill, and are encouraged to provide detailed information on their service offerings and production capabilities.

    Point(s) of Contact
    GuoQuan Liang
    (508) 206-2849
    guoquan.liang.civ@army.mil
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    RFI DEVCOM SC OCDO Printed Graphics Capability and Service.docx
    The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center's Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to explore industry capabilities for providing custom graphics design and installation services. This initiative focuses on producing digital media and graphic design products that enhance various DEVCOM SC projects, including marketing materials and infrastructure beautification at the Natick Soldier System Center in Natick, MA. The RFI seeks to gather insight on industry resources and experiences, specifically in areas such as large-format custom printing, on-site consultation, and installation of graphics on diverse surfaces. Interested businesses are invited to respond with detailed information on service and materials catalogs, production capabilities, and any subcontractor engagements. The RFI strongly emphasizes the need for a rapid turnaround from digital design receipt to installation. Responses must be submitted via email by November 15, 2024, and will help refine government requirements for graphics services. This RFI is exploratory; no binding contracts will result from it, and all submissions are subject to government review and ownership.
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