PROGRAM 1815-S On Demand Digital Map Printing and Order Fulfillment Operations

July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018 with options

 

Basis ABC Imaging East View Cartographic Holland Photo Imaging

Item No. DESCRIPTION of 050 00093 220 29359 120 42763 300 52436

Award UNIT RATE COST UNIT RATE COST UNIT RATE COST UNIT RATE COST

I. COMPLETE PRODUCT: (Except for Items under II & III)

1. Format A (Up to 18 x 22")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 1738 x 9.00 15,642.00 3.70 6,430.60 5.39 9,367.82 16.00 27,808.00

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 283 x 9.00 2,547.00 3.70 1,047.10 5.12 1,448.96 12.00 3,396.00

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 70 x 9.00 630.00 3.70 259.00 4.86 340.20 10.00 700.00

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 890 x 9.00 8,010.00 3.70 3,293.00 4.62 4,111.80 9.00 8,010.00

2. Format B (Over 18 x 22" up to 24 x 29")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 15224 x 15.00 228,360.00 4.00 60,896.00 7.13 108,547.12 24.00 365,376.00

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 5969 x 15.00 89,535.00 4.00 23,876.00 6.77 40,410.13 16.00 95,504.00

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 1510 x 15.00 22,650.00 4.00 6,040.00 6.43 9,709.30 14.00 21,140.00

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 3050 x 15.00 45,750.00 4.00 12,200.00 6.11 18,635.50 13.00 39,650.00

3. Format C (Over 24 x 29" up to 29 x 36")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 3894 x 24.00 93,456.00 5.60 21,806.40 7.87 30,645.78 28.00 109,032.00

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 1082 x 24.00 25,968.00 5.60 6,059.20 7.47 8,082.54 18.00 19,476.00

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 298 x 24.00 7,152.00 5.60 1,668.80 7.10 2,115.80 16.00 4,768.00

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 969 x 24.00 23,256.00 5.60 5,426.40 6.74 6,531.06 15.00 14,535.00

4. Format D (Over 29 x 36" up to 32 x 48")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 803 x 33.00 26,499.00 7.37 5,918.11 8.67 6,962.01 40.00 32,120.00

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 185 x 33.00 6,105.00 7.37 1,363.45 8.23 1,522.55 36.00 6,660.00

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 150 x 33.00 4,950.00 7.37 1,105.50 7.82 1,173.00 26.00 3,900.00

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 1 x 33.00 33.00 7.37 7.37 7.43 7.43 22.00 22.00

II. ADDITIONAL OPERATIONS:

Shipping Containers: Including packing, labeling & prep for shipping

(1) One to 10 maps rolled 

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 3057 x NB NB 3.00 9,171.00 3.58 10,944.06 5.00 15,285.00

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 1104 x NB NB 4.00 4,416.00 3.76 4,151.04 10.00 11,040.00

(2) 11 to 25 maps rolled 

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 1119 x NB NB 3.00 3,357.00 3.58 4,006.02 6.00 6,714.00

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 462 x NB NB 4.00 1,848.00 3.76 1,737.12 12.00 5,544.00

(3) 26 to 60 maps rolled

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 237 x NB NB 3.00 711.00 5.77 1,367.49 9.00 2,133.00

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 9 x NB NB 4.00 36.00 5.77 51.93 18.00 162.00

(4) 60 to 120 maps rolled 

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 45 x NB NB 3.00 135.00 5.77 259.65 12.00 540.00

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 5 x NB NB 4.00 20.00 5.77 28.85 24.00 120.00

(5) Quantities over 120 shipped flat in a suitable flat carton, including corner protectors 

(a) Formats A & B, per carton 31 x NB NB 20.00 620.00 8.24 255.44 10.00 310.00

(b) Formats C & D, per carton 1 x NB NB 20.00 20.00 10.35 10.35 18.00 18.00

III. PROGRAMMING:

(a) One-time setup & programming charges at the inception of the program 1 x NC NC 20,000.00 20,000.00 1,400.00 1,400.00 560.00 560.00

(b) Programming/timework, per hour 10 x 49.00 490.00 NC NC 140.00 1,400.00 80.00 800.00

CONTRACTOR TOTALS $601,033.00 $197,730.93 $275,222.95 $795,323.00

DISCOUNT if any NET NET 1.000% 2,752.23 1.000% 7,953.23

DISCOUNTED TOTALS $601,033.00 $197,730.93 $272,470.72 $787,369.77

Lithexcel

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 PROGRAM 1815-S On Demand Digital Map Printing and Order Fulfillment Operations

July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018 with options

 

Basis OceanGrafix Pacific Office Rise Business Shubhada Industries

Item No. DESCRIPTION of 220 65127 360 66363 050 75545

Award UNIT RATE COST UNIT RATE COST UNIT RATE COST UNIT RATE COST

I. COMPLETE PRODUCT: (Except for Items under II & III)

1. Format A (Up to 18 x 22")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 1738 x 1.97 3,423.86 2.25 3,910.50 1.30 2,259.40 25.00 43,450.00

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 283 x 1.97 557.51 2.15 608.45 0.90 254.70 20.00 5,660.00

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 70 x 1.97 137.90 2.00 140.00 0.80 56.00 15.00 1,050.00

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 890 x 1.97 1,753.30 1.50 1,335.00 1.10 979.00 9.21 8,196.90

2. Format B (Over 18 x 22" up to 24 x 29")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 15224 x 2.97 45,215.28 2.50 38,060.00 1.30 19,791.20 30.00 456,720.00

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 5969 x 2.97 17,727.93 2.35 14,027.15 1.00 5,969.00 25.00 149,225.00

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 1510 x 2.97 4,484.70 2.10 3,171.00 0.80 1,208.00 19.92 30,079.20

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 3050 x 2.97 9,058.50 1.75 5,337.50 1.00 3,050.00 16.77 51,148.50

3. Format C (Over 24 x 29" up to 29 x 36")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 3894 x 3.98 15,498.12 4.00 15,576.00 1.50 5,841.00 39.90 155,370.60

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 1082 x 3.98 4,306.36 3.80 4,111.60 1.45 1,568.90 36.93 39,958.26

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 298 x 3.98 1,186.04 3.50 1,043.00 1.40 417.20 29.91 8,913.18

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 969 x 3.98 3,856.62 3.00 2,907.00 1.45 1,405.05 25.77 24,971.13

4. Format D (Over 29 x 36" up to 32 x 48")

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title, per each map 803 x 5.40 4,336.20 6.00 4,818.00 3.00 2,409.00 49.71 39,917.13

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title, per each map 185 x 5.40 999.00 5.75 1,063.75 3.00 555.00 43.77 8,097.45

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title, per each map 150 x 5.40 810.00 5.50 825.00 3.00 450.00 39.81 5,971.50

(d) 101 or more of each map title, per each map 1 x 5.40 5.40 4.50 4.50 3.00 3.00 29.91 29.91

II. ADDITIONAL OPERATIONS:

Shipping Containers: Including packing, labeling & prep for shipping

(1) One to 10 maps rolled 

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 3057 x 5.00 15,285.00 1.75 5,349.75 1.75 5,349.75

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 1104 x 5.00 5,520.00 1.75 1,932.00 1.75 1,932.00 40.00 44,160.00

(2) 11 to 25 maps rolled 

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 1119 x 5.00 5,595.00 1.75 1,958.25 1.75 1,958.25

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 462 x 5.00 2,310.00 1.75 808.50 1.75 808.50 45.00 20,790.00

(3) 26 to 60 maps rolled

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 237 x 8.00 1,896.00 1.75 414.75 1.75 414.75

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 9 x 8.00 72.00 1.75 15.75 1.75 15.75 50.00 450.00

(4) 60 to 120 maps rolled 

(a) Formats A & B, per tube 45 x 8.00 360.00 1.75 78.75 1.75 78.75

(b) Formats C & D, per tube 5 x 8.00 40.00 1.75 8.75 1.75 8.75 175.00 875.00

(5) Quantities over 120 shipped flat in a suitable flat carton, including corner protectors 

(a) Formats A & B, per carton 31 x 20.00 620.00 20.00 620.00 20.00 620.00

(b) Formats C & D, per carton 1 x 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 250.00 250.00

III. PROGRAMMING:

(a) One-time setup & programming charges at the inception of the program 1 x NC NC NC NC 20,000.00 20,000.00 750.00 750.00

(b) Programming/timework, per hour 10 x NC NC 75.00 750.00 75.00 750.00 360.00 3,600.00

CONTRACTOR TOTALS $145,074.72 $108,894.95 $78,172.95 $1,099,633.76

DISCOUNT if any 1.000% 1,450.75 NET AWARDED NET

DISCOUNTED TOTALS $143,623.97 $108,894.95 $78,172.95 $1,099,633.76

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Program 1815-S (06/22) 1BPage 1 of 25

Specifications by DS

Reviewed by DA

THIS PROCUREMENT IS BEING SOLICITED AS A SMALL PURCHASE REQUEST FOR QUOTATION 

(RFQ). THE SEALED BIDDING TERMINOLOGY AS USED THROUGHOUT THESE SPECIFICATIONS IS 

SYNONYMOUS WITH THEIR NEGOTIATED PROCUREMENT COUNTERPARTS UNLESS 

SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE. NEGOTIATED PURSUANT TO 41 U.S.C. 5(1).

0BU.S. GOVERNMENT PUBLISHING OFFICE

Denver, Colorado

1BGENERAL TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND SPECIFICATIONS

2BFor the Procurement of

On Demand Digital Map Printing and Order Fulfillment Operations

as requisitioned from the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) by

13BU.S. Department of Interior (DOI)

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

8BSingle Award

UNOTICE TO BIDDERS: The term of this contract is for one year and up to four option years

beginning July 1, 2017. (NOTE: The anniversary date for this contract shall be observed as July 1, 

2018). Special attention should be directed to the following clauses in Section 1 of this contract: 

"ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT" and "NOTIFICATION".

The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause shall not 

exceed 5 years. The contractor will be notified not later than 30 days before the contract expires if 

the Government makes the decision to UnotU exercise the option for a subsequent period.

Notwithstanding the above, and at the request of the Government, the term of the contract may be 

further extended (e.g. unforeseen delay or protest precludes making award on follow-on contract) for 

such period of time that may be mutually agreeable to the GPO and the contractor.

UBID OPENING: Please review the attached specifications and SUMBIT BIDS BY FAXING BIDS ON 

“SECTION 4-SCHEDULE OF PRICES” NO LATER THAN 2:00 p.m. prevailing time Denver, 

Colorado, on Monday, June 19, 2017.

Facsimile Telephone Number: (303) 236-5332

Mail To: U.S. Government Publishing Office 

Denver Regional Office

12345 W. Alameda Parkway, Suite 208

Lakewood, CO 80228-2842

U

The bidder is cautioned to pay particular attention to the production plan requirement in this specification. 

Although it is not a requirement for bid submission, it may be required shortly after bid opening and will 

be a major consideration in determining responsibility.

For information of a technical nature call Don Showalter (303) 236-5292 extension 5 (no collect calls), 

or email dshowalter@gpo.gov.
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SECTION 1. - GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

UCONTRACT TERMS AND QUALITY ASSURANCE THROUGH ATTRIBUTES:U Any contract 

which results from this Request for Bid will be subject to the applicable articles of GPO Contract Terms 

(GPO Pub. 310.2, effective December 1, 1987 (Rev. June 2001)) and Quality Assurance Through 

Attributes Program (GPO Pub. 310.1, effective May 1979 (revised August 2002)). In case of conflict 

between these specifications and Contract Terms and/or Quality Assurance Through Attributes Program, 

these specifications will govern.

The links for viewing of the most current versions of the mentioned documents are as follows: 

HUhttp://www.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/terms.pdfUH, & Uhttp://www.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/qatap.pdfU

GPO Publication 310.2, GPO Contract Terms, Contract Clause 5. Disputes, is hereby replaced with the 

June 2008 clause found at HUwww.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/contractdisputes.pdfUH. This June 2008 clause also 

cancels and supersedes any other disputes language currently included in existing contractual actions.

UQUALITY ASSURANCE LEVELS AND STANDARDS:U The following levels & standards shall apply 

to these specifications:

Product Quality Levels:

(a) Printing Attributes - Level III.

(b) Finishing Attributes - Level III.

Inspection Levels (from ANSI/ASQC Z1.4):

(a) Non-destructive Tests - General Inspection Level I.

(b) Destructive Tests - Special Inspection Level S-2.

Specified Standards: The specified standards for the attributes requiring them shall be:

9BUAttribute USpecified Standard

P-7. 10BType Quality and Uniformity Approved Preproduction Copy*

P-8. Halftone Match (Single/Double Impression) Approved Preproduction Copy*

P-9. Solid and Screen Tint Color Match Approved Preproduction Copy*

P-10 Process Color Match Approved Preproduction Copy*

* Where electronic files are furnished, the Specified Standard in the absence of preproduction 

copy and/or original will be visual conformance of the printed maps to the image depicted in the 

PDF file. Contractor is to ensure uniformity of the printed maps image’s characteristics, features, 

clarity of output, and color throughout the press run to assimilate those of the PDF file accurately. 

In the case of a bad PDF scanned file (image is blurry, link is broken, file is for wrong map, etc.), 

contact USGS for further guidance.

U

PRE-AWARD SURVEY: In order to assist in determining the responsibility of the prime 

contractor or any of their subcontractors, the Government intends to perform one or more of the 

following:

 To require evidence of technical, production, managerial, and/or financial proficiency to 

assure ability to perform, and/or,

 To require a work performance test prior to the award of a contract,

 To require a complete production plan as described on page 3 of these specifications,

 If any operations are subcontracted, they MUST be conducted on-site. 

 Two to four Government representatives will conduct the pre-award survey with the 

contractor's representatives at the contractor's facility. The government representatives’ costs 

will be paid for by the agency. Note: If the contractor intends to subcontract any phase of the 
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contract, it will be required that the subcontractor be present. Subcontractor attendance costs 

will be paid for by the contractor.

A work performance test will require the contractor to demonstrate their ability to receive and generate 

data requirements from furnished data received via the Secure FTP. The contractor will be required to 

produce printed copies of up to 3 copies each of up to 8 maps from a work order transmitted to their 

facility and will include url or ftp site information. A paper sample without printing will also be 

required. These samples will be part of the assessment in determining the contractor’s capability to 

meet the agency’s needs. Copies must be constructed as specified using the form, paper, ink, equipment, 

and production methods that will be used in producing the finished product. The work performance test 

will be at the expense of the contractor.

Production Plan: Low bidders will be required within five days of notification that they are positioned 

to compete for the award, to furnish a detailed production plan embracing all elements of production 

and fulfillment including but not limited to programming capabilities, order tracking system, quality 

control, equipment availability, complete description and running speeds of the equipment which will be 

utilized for fulfilling this contract, as well as staffing levels. If multiple facilities will be utilized for 

production, specify the parameters that the contractor will use in assigning orders to each facility. 

Equipment availability is to include all equipment dedicated to the performance of the specification 

requirements and additional equipment available on/off site for unperceived delays due to programming 

errors, mechanical breakdown, etc. Information must be provided regarding the bidder’s backup or 

recovery plan in the event of interruptions in production, maintenance contracts, and formal 

agreements with subcontractors which touch on the bidder’s ability to perform on-time the full 

range of operations required. Maintenance contracts will require 24 hour a day, seven days a 

week coverage utilizing factory representatives and factory parts. Factory certified replacement 

parts must be used in the repair of all production equipment used to produce the work on this 

contract. 

The contractor must furnish any examples of satisfactory completion or current involvement in similar 

procurements as well as furnishing references for these projects.

Approval of the production plan by the Government is required. The plan will be judged on the 

anticipated peak production period requirements of the contract. Failure of the contractor to submit an 

adequate production plan or the contractor's inability to complete any performance tests to the 

Government's satisfaction may be reason to find that the contractor has failed to affirmatively 

demonstrate their responsibility.

THIS PRODUCTION PLAN WILL BE A MAJOR FACTOR IN DETERMINING 

RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR.

Additionally, paper samples and test print samples will be required as part of the assessment in 

determining contractor’s capability to meet agency’s needs. Test samples will be identified by url

or ftp site.

POSTAWARD CONFERENCE: To familiarize the ordering agency with the contractor's 

capabilities and to work out logistics under the contract, two to four Government representatives

may conduct a conference with the contractor's representatives at the contractor's facility, 

immediately after award. The government representatives’ costs will be paid for by the agency. 

Note: If the contractor intends to subcontract any phase of the contract, it will be required that 
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the subcontractor be present at the post-award conference. Subcontractor attendance costs will be 

paid for by the contractor.

ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT:U The prices set forth in this contract shall be adjusted in 

accordance with the provisions of this clause, provided that in no event will prices be revised to exceed 

the maximum permissible under any law existing as of the date of the contract or as may be hereafter 

promulgated.

Price adjustment period: For the purpose of this clause, the contract shall be divided into up to five

periods. The first period shall extend from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018. Each additional period shall 

extend from July 1

st of the subject year to June 30th of the following year. The first workday of the 

follow-on periods shall be the effective date of the price adjustment period. There shall be no price 

adjustment for orders placed during the initial contract year under this contract.

Price adjustment: The prices shall be adjusted on the basis of the "Consumer Price Index For All 

Urban Consumers - Commodities Less Food", published monthly in the CPI Detailed Report by the 

U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the following manner:

(1) The contract price of orders placed during the adjusted period (excluding reimbursable postage 

or transportation costs) shall be adjusted by the percentage increase or decrease in the average, 

seasonally adjusted Consumer Price Index - All Urban Consumers, for Commodities less Food 

(seasonally adjusted) as follows: An index shall be calculated by averaging the 12 seasonally 

adjusted months ending three months prior to the expiration of the first period of the contract. 

This average is then compared with the average index for the 12-month period ending 3 months 

prior to the beginning of the contract, called the base index. The percentage increase or decrease 

by comparing these two indexes shall be applied to the contractor's invoices for orders placed 

during the price adjustment period.

(2) The Government will notify the contractor in writing of the percentage increase or decrease to 

be applied to any invoices to be submitted for orders subject to price adjustment in accordance 

with this clause. Such percentage will be determined from the published index as set forth above. 

The contractor shall apply the percentage increase or decrease against the total price of the invoice 

less reimbursable postage or transportation costs. Any applicable discounts will be calculated on 

the basis of the invoice price as adjusted.

U

UNOTIFICATION:U The contractor will be notified not later than 30 days before the contract expires if 

the Government makes the decision to not exercise the option for a subsequent period.

UORDERING: Items to be furnished under the contract shall be ordered by the issuance of print orders

(form 2511) by the Government. One print order may be issued monthly for that period, and the 

contractor will voucher/invoice on a monthly basis (see "PAYMENT" hereinafter). Multiple items will 

be placed during this monthly period; the schedule specified pertains to the placement of these 

individual work orders. Orders may be issued under the contract from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 

2018 plus for such additional period(s) as the contract is extended. All print orders issued hereunder are 

subject to the terms and conditions of the contract. The contract shall control in the event of conflict 

with any print order. A print order shall be "issued" for purposes of the contract, when it is either 

deposited in the U.S. Postal Service mail or otherwise furnished to the contractor in conformance with 

the schedule.
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UASSIGNMENT OF JACKETS, PURCHASE AND PRINT ORDERS:U A GPO jacket number will be 

assigned and a purchase order issued to the contractor to cover work performed. The purchase order 

will be supplemented by an individual "Print Order" for each job placed with the contractor. The print 

order, when issued, will indicate the quantity to be produced and any other information pertinent to the 

particular order.

UREQUIREMENTS:U This is a requirements contract for the items and for the period specified herein. 

Shipment/delivery of items or performance of work shall be made only as authorized by orders issued in 

accordance with the clause entitled "ORDERING". The quantities of items specified herein are 

estimates only, and are not purchased hereby. Except as may be otherwise provided in this contract, if 

the Government's requirements for the items set forth herein do not result in orders in the amounts or 

quantities described as "estimated", it shall not constitute the basis for an equitable price adjustment 

under this contract.

Except as otherwise provided in this contract, the Government shall order from the contractor all the 

items set forth which are required to be purchased by the Government activity identified on page one of 

these specifications.

The Government shall not be required to purchase from the contractor requirements in excess of the 

limit on total orders under this contract, if any.

Orders issued during the effective period of this contract and not completed within that time shall be 

completed by the contractor within the time specified in the order, and the rights and obligations of the 

contractor and the Government respecting those orders shall be governed by the terms of this contract to 

the same extent as if completed during the effective period of this contract.

If shipment/delivery of any quantity of an item covered by the contract is required by reason of urgency 

prior to the earliest date that shipment/delivery may be specified under this contract, and if the 

contractor will not accept an order providing for the accelerated shipment/delivery, the Government may 

procure this requirement from another source.

The Government may issue orders that provide for shipment/delivery to or performance at multiple 

destinations.

Subject to any limitations elsewhere in this contract, the contractor shall furnish to the Government all 

items set forth herein which are called for by print orders issued in accordance with the "ORDERING" 

clause of this contract.

PRIVACY ACT NOTIFICATION: This procurement action requires the contractor to do one or more 

of the following: design, develop, or operate a system of records on individuals to accomplish an agency 

function in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-579, December 31, 1974 (5 U.S.C. 

552a) and applicable agency regulations. An agency officer or employee may be criminally liable for 

violations of the Privacy act of 1974, as amended. Since this contract provides for the design, 

development, or operation of a system of records on individuals, the contractor and their employees are 

considered employees of the agency for the purpose of criminal penalties under the Act. See also, DOD 

5400.11-R, DOD Privacy Program, for minimum standards for protection or safeguarding personal 

information when records are included in a system of records. This regulation also provides guidance 

for disposal or records containing personal data.
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The Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552a), enacted in 1974, established controls over what personal information 

the Federal government collects and how it uses or discloses that information. The Privacy Act has four 

basic objectives that the Department of the Interior (DOI) is committed to fulfilling to the greatest extent 

possible:

1. To restrict disclosure of personally identifiable records maintained by agencies;

2. To grant individuals increased rights of access to agency records maintained on them;

3. To grant individuals the right to seek amendment of agency records maintained on themselves 

upon a showing that the records are not accurate, relevant, timely, or complete; and

4. To establish a code of "fair information practices" that requires agencies to comply with statutory 

norms for collection, maintenance, and dissemination of records.

As this contract is for the USGS, an agency of the DOI, the governing Privacy Act Policy standards to 

be followed are those of the USGS, as defined at the following website and links:

USGS Privacy Policies and privacy-related resources: https://www2.usgs.gov/laws/privacy.html 

USGS Survey Manual site for agency’s Privacy Act Program: https://www2.usgs.gov/usgsmanual/313/319-1.html

USGS Survey Manual site for the agency’s Guide to Handling Privacy Act records: 

https://www2.usgs.gov/usgs-manual/handbook/hb/319-1-h.html 

UPAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER (EFT):U Public Law 104-134 of April 26, 1996, 

requires that Federal agencies convert from making payment by check to paying by electronic funds 

transfer (EFT). Accordingly, the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) intends to issue payment 

by EFT under any contract or purchase order resulting from this solicitation.

To arrange for Electronic Funds Transfer payment, the contractor must complete a Standard Form 3881 

(ACH Vendor/Miscellaneous Payment Enrollment Form) and submit it to: U.S. Government 

Publishing Office, Procurement Accounting Division, Stop FMC, Washington, DC 20401. A copy 

of SF-3881 is available by calling 202-512-0800 (or toll free 1-800-245-5476), by fax request to 202-

512-1410, or it may be downloaded from the GPO Internet site at: 

http://www.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/sfas/sf3881.pdf as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file. A new SF-3881 

should be submitted for changes in company or financial institution information. Contractors already 

registered for EFT with the GPO need not reapply.

The need for GPO Form 1034, "Public Voucher for Purchases" has been eliminated. You may use 

your own company’s invoice or while supplies last, at your option, you may continue to use GPO Form 

1034. To expedite your payment, remember to include the following items on your invoice: 

Jacket/Term Contract Number, Print order number, Discount terms, Quantity shipped, and Total 

Cost.

Continue to submit evidence of shipment and/or delivery with your voucher/invoice. Although not a 

requirement at this time, the contractor is encouraged to submit the “Bar Code Cover Sheet” with the 

request for payment. The use of this document will greatly facilitate prompt payment to the contractor. 
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The following website address will allow you to create the GPO payment barcode cover page 

http://winapps.access.gpo.gov/fms/vouchers/barcode/.

UPAYMENT:U The Government Publishing Office will utilize the following procedure. Before any 

vouchers/invoices will be accepted by the GPO for MONTHLY payment, the itemized statement for 

each monthly print order must be submitted to the ordering agency for examination and certification as 

to correctness of the billings, as applicable to the work performed at the time of delivery. The ordering 

agency is required to return the signed billing certification to the contractor within five (5) workdays of 

receipt. In addition, after certification by the ordering agency, a copy of the approved billing 

certification sheet and the accompanying print order is to be submitted to the Denver RO, by the 

ordering agency, immediately via fax (303) 236–5332 to: ATTN: Procurement Technician.

After examination and certification by the ordering agency the invoice/voucher, print order, proof of 

delivery, and the agency signed billing certification must be submitted to: Comptroller, U.S. 

Government Publishing Office, North Capitol and H Streets, NW, Washington, D.C. 20401. In 

addition the contractor is instructed to fax a duplicate set of these documents to the Denver GPO office. 

The fax number is 303-236-5332 ATTN: Procurement Technician.

For the purpose of earning the discount when a prompt payment discount is offered by a bidder, time 

will be computed from the date a correct invoice/voucher, print order, proof of delivery, and the 

agency signed billing certification is received by the GPO.

U SUBMISSION OF BIDS: Facsimile bids are permitted.

 (a) Definition. "Facsimile bid," as used in this solicitation, means a bid, modification of a bid, or 

withdrawal of a bid that is transmitted to and received by the Government via electronic 

equipment that communicates and reproduces both printed and handwritten material.

 (b) Bidders may submit facsimile bids as responses to this solicitation. These responses must arrive at 

the place and by the time specified in the solicitation.

 (c) Facsimile bids that fail to furnish required representations or information or that rejects any of the 

terms, conditions, and provisions of the solicitation will be excluded from consideration.

 (d) Facsimile bids must contain the required signatures.

 (e) The Government reserves the right to make award solely on the facsimile bid. However, bidders 

agree to promptly submit the complete original signed bid.

 (f) Submit facsimile bid to FAX No. (303) 236-5332 one bid per facsimile.

 (g) If the bidder chooses to transmit a facsimile bid, the Government will not be responsible for any 

failure attributable to the transmission or receipt of the facsimile bid including, but not limited to, 

the following:

(1) Receipt of garbled or incomplete bid.

(2) Availability or condition of the receiving facsimile equipment.

(3) Incompatibility between the sending and receiving equipment.

(4) Delay in transmission or receipt of bid.

(5) Failure of the bidder to properly identify the bid.

(6) Illegibility of bid.

(7) Security of bid data.
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SECTION 2. – SPECIFICATIONS

SCOPE: These specifications cover the on demand production of short run color maps utilizing direct 

color digital printing (reproduction) from government furnished electronic media in Adobe PDF file 

format with fulfillment of these individual orders and final distribution to the unique addresses indicated 

on the individual work orders.

UTITLEU: On Demand Digital Map Printing and Individual Order Fulfillment Operations.

DESCRIPTION: 

The types of maps that will be ordered on this contract may be viewed on the USGS store site. The store 

site is located at the following web address: https://store.usgs.gov/maps The bidder is cautioned that the 

electronic files that are located on this website may not be the ones that are furnished for reproduction. 

This site is to give the bidder an idea of the range of maps that will be required under this contract. 

The GPO printer shall be expected to print the following types of topographic map products in addition 

to various other types of map products that will fit onto the Format A-D printing categories such as 

geologic maps, hydrologic maps, satellite image maps, etc. Definitions:

 Historical Topographic maps - are single-plane raster images in PDF format. These scans are 

library copies of historic maps, so the color characteristic and quality vary. The printer is 

expected to reproduce the images as provided on the PDF. The printer is not required to restore 

these historic map scans to “new” condition. 

 US Topo maps - are layered PDF files that contain both raster and vector layers. The data is 

highly standardized and it is expected that plots will have correct scale, the linework will be 

unbroken, and the maps are to be generally free of printing defects and artifacts. Vector layer 

color values may be obtained from the individual maps downloaded.

NOTE: This is not an all-inclusive list of map products that can be printed utilizing the Formats A-D 

print categories. Printed map copies shall visually conform to the image depicted in the PDF file. 

Contractor is to ensure uniformity of the printed map(s) image’s characteristics, features, clarity of 

output, and color throughout the press run to assimilate those of the PDF file accurately. Refer to 

Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Geologic Map Symbolization standard for references to 

the geologic standard symbols, patterns and colors at: https://ngmdb.usgs.gov/fgdc_gds/ Click on the 

selection for: FGDC Digital Cartographic Standard for Geologic Map Symbolization. Select the format 

for your viewing or downloading. 

NOTE: The above references provided may also aid printer color calibration settings.

U

UFREQUENCY OF ORDERS:U Print orders (form 2511) will be generated monthly. The number of 

individual map prints will vary from 1,600 to 4,050 per month. The work orders will be placed 

electronically on a twice daily basis. 

UQUANTITY:U Approximately 1 to 100 or more maps per order. The majority of work orders will be for 

a single map or single set of maps (two or more individual map titles collated into a set).

UNUMBER OF PAGES:U Face only single leaf products. 
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UTRIM SIZES:U Various trim sizes will be ordered and paid for in their respective "Format"

classification as follows:

UFormat "A":U Up to and including 18 x 22".

UFormat "B":U Over 18 x 22" up to and including 24 x 29".

Format "C":U Over 24 x 29" up to and including 29 x 36".

Format "D":U Over 29 x 36" up to and including 32 x 48".

It is anticipated that the majority of orders will be in the Format B size.

For the purpose of determining the format size, if one dimension falls in one format and the other 

dimension falls into the other format, pricing will be allowed in the larger format.

The government will accept minor size variations of up to 1⁄4 inch in order to accommodate the 

contractor’s production needs. For example 21 3⁄4 inch wide formatted PDF may be printed up to 

22 inches wide.

GOVERNMENT TO FURNISH: Electronic PDF files, electronic work order record files, and print 

orders (form 2511). Work order will consist of (1) a header text file and (2) an item text file for each 

map print order request. 

The contractor must have full capability for receiving digital files as well as digital communications. 

The contractor will be sent 2 different text files per work order record file. Work order record files will 

consist of (1) a header text file and (2) an item text file) for each map print order request which will 

contain the following

 Header Text File – i.e., ((Order number, customer information (name and address) and 

shipping method/mode)) See example Attachment A.

 Item Text File – i.e., ((Order number, item information, quantity, material number, title, 

URL and (Format A-D) size)). See example Attachment B.

The files furnished for the maps will be press quality Adobe PDF files or the equivalent at the 

Government’s option. The majority of provided files will utilize RGB color settings.

Work orders will be furnished in text format (fixed-width, CSV or tab-delimited) and with a live link 

URL as a column in the text file, corresponding to each map title from which contractor will have to 

download the map PDF from. Work order text files will typically be transmitted at 8:00 AM and 1:00 

PM MST, Monday through Friday, as well as manually sent when needed during normal business hours. 

File size will usually range from 10 to 47 megabytes (mb) with the median being 19 mb. On rare 

occasions a file may be up to 100 mb or more.

The contractor must be capable of accepting data in these platform/formats for either direct input 

or conversion to his/her system as part of their basic charge to the Government. The contractor 

will be responsible for proofreading converted formats to ensure that all fonts have transferred platforms 

completely. This particularly includes symbol fonts like Zapf Dingbats and Carta. NOTE: The 

contractor is to support upgrades of application software within one month of notification by the 

ordering agency.

U

UINSPECTION OF ELECTRONIC FILES:U The contractor is to perform a basic check (preflight) of the 

furnished files. The check should look for missing or damaged files, missing or damaged fonts, 
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damaged disks, missing bleeds, improper trim size, improper color definition, and so on. The contractor 

is responsible for creating or correcting (altering) any necessary trapping, setting proper screen angles 

and frequency, and defining proper file output selection for the imaging device being used. Any errors 

other than those just described, media damage, or data corruption that might interfere with proper file 

imaging discovered at that time must be reported to the agency IMMEDIATELY upon discovery.

NOTE: The contractor is to be responsible for the safeguarding of all furnished material and all 

electronically stored data against any loss, damage or destruction, and the safeguarding of it from 

unauthorized individuals or firms (see Privacy Act notification).

U

UCONTRACTOR TO FURNISH:U All materials and operations, other than those listed under 

"GOVERNMENT TO FURNISH."

The contractor must have full capability for receiving very large digital files as well as digital 

communications. 

The contractor must furnish a secure FTPS site (FTP with SSH) for receipt of work orders from the 

USGS as work orders contain PII data. 

Contractor to send USGS confirming receipt of work orders received. After the contractor has printed 

map products and shipped them out to the specified customer, they are to send USGS a text file 

containing order number, quantity of packages sent (if more than one), FedEx tracking number (if 

applicable), shipping type, and shipping costs, and date of shipment which will be used to close the work 

order in the USGS sales system. See example Attachment C.

PROGRAMMING: It is anticipated that start-up programming, testing, and software development 

needs will be necessary. A work order form will need to be developed.

SHIPPING CONTAINER/TRIANGULAR TUBE SAMPLES: Within two weeks of award and prior to 

the commencement of production on the contract, the contractor shall submit five samples of each 

shipping/mailing containers to: USGS is to an address to be provided after award. Samples will be 

tested for conformance of material(s) and/or for construction. The container and accompanying 

documentation shall be marked "TEST SAMPLES" and shall include the GPO Jacket, Purchase Order, 

and Program number. These containers must be in conformance with all postal regulations.

Only triangular tubes are acceptable, round tubes will not be considered.

The Government will approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the samples within 3 workdays of 

the receipt thereof. Approval or conditional approval shall not relieve the contractor from complying 

with the specifications and all other terms and conditions of the contract. A conditional approval shall 

state any further action required by the contractor. A notice of disapproval shall state the reasons 

therefor.

If the samples are disapproved by the Government, the Government at its option, may require the 

contractor to submit additional samples for inspection and test, in the time and under the terms and 

conditions specified in the notice of rejection. Such additional samples shall be furnished, and necessary 

changes made, at no additional cost to the Government. The Government will require the time specified 

above to inspect and test any additional samples required.

In the event the samples are disapproved by the Government the contractor shall be deemed to have 

failed to make delivery within the meaning of the default clause in which event this contract shall be 

subject to termination for default.
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In the event the Government fails to approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the Pre-Production 

Samples within the time specified, the Contracting Officer shall automatically extend the schedule in 

accordance with Article 12 "Notice of Compliance with Schedules", Contract Clauses, in GPO Contract 

Terms (Pub. 310.2, effective December 1, 1987 (Rev. 9-88)). 

Manufacture and distribution of the final product prior to approval of the samples submitted is at 

the contractor's risk. Samples will not be returned to the contractor. All costs, including the costs of 

all samples and the cost of sending the samples to the address under "SCHEDULE" shall be included in 

the contract price for the production quantity.

The contractor, at their option, may utilize shipping containers furnished by the Small Package Carrier 

(SPC) as long as they are suitable and allow delivery of the contents without damage. These containers 

are still subject to approval by the government.

The approved triangular tubes/containers will be used as the standard throughout the contract unless 

altered by mutual agreement.

QUALITY CONTROL/QUALITY ASSURANCE (QC/QA): Low bidders will be required within five 

days of notification to submit his/her quality control/ quality assurance plan as part of the "detailed 

production plan" prior to award (see page 3). That plan, once accepted by the GPO, must remain in 

force during the term of the contract unless otherwise modified by supplemental agreement. 

REPORT GENERATION:

Daily Reports: A complete listing of individual orders received, produced, mailed/shipped as well 

as postal charges specific to the individual work order. (References will be by work order 

number). When a Small Package Carrier (SPC) is utilized the tracking information needs to be 

furnished as well. These reports must specify the various formats (see page 12 of these

specifications) under which these products are produced.

Monthly reports: For payment, a summary of full orders delivered during that monthly period

attached to the billing certification.

These reports will be generated in electronic format (text files) as specified by the Government and 

transmitted to a site specified by the Government.

If the contractor chooses to perform at multiple locations especially during peak times, all reports and 

work orders must be generated, compiled and sent through one central facility to and from the 

Government. When multiple facilities are utilized, the “Daily Reports” must specify the facility where 

the production is performed.

GOVERNMENT INSPECTION: During the term of this contract, the Government at its option may 

choose to have up to two inspectors or more on-site during the production of the orders. The mission of 

these inspectors is strictly limited to observation and random inspection.

The inspectors do NOT have the authority to make changes or alterations in contract terms, operations, 

or schedules, or to in any manner direct the contractor's operations. The contractor retains all 

performance responsibilities under the contract. Should changes become necessary because of findings 

of the inspectors, only the GPO Contracting Officer has the authority to direct those changes be 

implemented or to otherwise negotiate agreements.
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SPOILAGES: Spoilages will consist of any orders which have not been printed to specified standards, 

mailed to the incorrect address, incorrect packaging utilized, or orders that consist of incorrect items or 

quantities due to contractor error.

The contractor is responsible for replacing ALL spoilages including the cost of reprinting, packing, and 

shipping/mailing; this includes the postage/SPC charges whether initially mailed or bulk shipped (the 

Government will not allow reimbursable postage or charges to the Government’s account on the 

spoilages attributed to contractor error).

USTOCK/PAPER:U The specifications of all paper furnished must be in accordance with those listed 

herein or listed for the corresponding JCP Code numbers in the "Government Paper Specification 

Standards No. 12" dated March 2011. Paper used under this contract MUST conform to the Resource 

Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 and all subsequent amendments. Additional information 

regarding this will be furnished upon request.

All paper used must be of a uniform shade.

Stock to be used: Commercially available Coated Bond Color Inkjet Paper, Basic Weight: 28-32 pound,

using up to 60” wide rolls, with a Thickness of 4.5 to 4.9 mils, Whiteness of 145, Brightness of 89% to 

95%, and Opacity of 93% to 95%. Paper shall be designed for high volume CAD, Graphic, and 

mapping prints. Superior coating optimized for any wide format printers using dye and pigment ink. 

Water-resistant image, crisp lines, dense black and vivid colors combined with fast dry times. 

U

PRINTINGU: Single leaf products - print face only in full color. The contractor must generate images at 

least equivalent to 300 x 300 dpi. Direct image digital printing is acceptable using pigment based inks, 

electro inks or soy based inks. Ink must be UV resistant.

It's anticipated that most maps will print in four-color process.

The contractor, at their option, may add a small bar code or production control number to the map in an 

unobtrusive area to facilitate the handling of the individual orders. The size, form, and the location of 

this control number is subject to government approval. If this option is to be utilized it should be 

specified in the contractor’s production plan.

UMARGINS:U As per electronic files, adequate gripper.

U

BINDING:U The maps will be unfolded.

UPACKING:U

Maps will be rolled inserted into appropriate sized triangular tube container with a copy of the work 

order in a manner which will to assure that the contents will arrive at destination undamaged. Round 

tubes are not acceptable.

When quantities exceed 120 copies they are to be boxed flat with corner protectors as well as 

appropriate, packing materials to ensure their arrival undamaged.

Each shipping container must not exceed 45 pounds when fully packed.

For purposes of this contract, the requirement for “200 PSI bursting strength” specified in “Pub 310.2 –

GPO Contract Terms” under “Supplemental Specification 3.(i)(1)” is waived on the shipping tubes. 
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Bidder is cautioned that the tubes still must be approved by the government as specified elsewhere in the 

solicitation. 

Multiple containers and/or shipment will not be allowed for individual orders with the exception of 

orders that exceed 45 pounds.

UDEPARTMENTAL RANDOM COPIES (i.e. BLUE LABEL SAMPLES):U This requirement is waived.

QUALITY CONTROL SAMPLES: Throughout the course of this contract, the contractor will be 

required to, at contractor’s cost, to provide print samples to ensure to the agency’s satisfaction that 

printing and paper quality is maintained. Samples will have one to three prints each. A specified url 

location will be identified by the agency for the contractor representative. Contractor’s samples will be 

compared to agencies print samples. The Government may specify up to 5 samples at a time. If print 

quality if found to be deficient, additional samples will be requested until contractor’s print quality is 

improved to match or exceed Government samples.

When requested print test samples will be sent to the USGS. Specific contact information will be 

provided after award.

U

U

UDISTRIBUTION: The contractor will be required to individually mail or ship by Small Package 

Courier (SPC) as ordered.

All orders will ship FOB contractor city.

The contractor will be required to affix postage or prepare appropriate prepaid shipping documents for 

SPC.

It is anticipated that only a small percentage of orders will ship via U.S. Postal Service. These orders 

will generally be to addresses with post office boxes.

All mailing will be made at the USPS first class or FedEx Ground rate, whichever is the most 

economical to the Government or specified by the order. Exclusively for this contract, a Government 

FedEx account number will be used for Government FedEx deliveries. Contractor will ensure that the 

Government FedEx account will be used exclusively for the shipping of ordered Government product 

for this contract. Occasionally, work orders will specify FedEx Overnight or Overnight Priority delivery

and may have a different provided FedEx account number. All provided FedEx account numbers are to 

be considered as additional PII information.

All distribution must be made from within the continental United States.

All USPS postage will be reimbursed at time of billing. 

The contractor MUST coordinate with a local post office representative prior to mailing to arrange for 

daily pick ups or mail drops, and to alert the station that there will be large quantities of mail received to 

eliminate unnecessary delays.

All maps mailed to domestic or foreign destinations must conform to the appropriate regulations and 

"Certificate of Conformance" in the USPS manual for "Domestic Mail", "International Mail" or GPO 

Pub. 310.2 as applicable.
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A small quantity of the orders will be to foreign destinations. These pieces will be packaged and labeled 

then shipped to the customer’s shipping address using standard shipping modes.

The contractor will be furnished an account number to utilize for SPC shipments.

Contractor must make arrangement with designated SPC’s for daily pickups as necessary. At this time, 

the government anticipates that Fedex will be designated for most SPC requirements.

The contractor will be responsible for determining the most economical level of service for each order 

for the SPC. (2 day, 3 day, ground, etc.).

A small quantity orders may be charged to specific accounts. These orders will be shipped collect, there 

will be no direct shipping cost to the contractor. In these cases, the contractor will be responsible for 

filling out the appropriate BL and contacting the carrier for pickup.

All expenses incidental to pickup and return of materials, submitting proofs, and furnishing sample 

copies must be borne by the contractor.

SCHEDULEU: Adherence to this schedule must be maintained. Contractor must not start production of 

any job prior to receipt of the individual work order.

No definite schedule can be predetermined. Furnished material must be picked up from the website or 

ftp site identified per work order line item(s) and delivered to the address specified per individual work 

orders, as noted in “DISTRIBUTION” hereinbefore.

Procedure for processing:

On a daily basis either once or twice a day the agency will transmit the work orders (sample 

attached) for that day (as many as 50 to 100 or more work orders for various quantities and or 

sets). The appropriate PDFs for reproduction will be attached to these individual work orders.

The contractor will produce the map or maps as per the work order.

The contractor will pack in the suitable container as per specs, insert a copy of the work order and 

label the container with the appropriate address.

The contractor will prepare the item/s for shipment either by mail or SPC as designated on the work 

order. It is anticipated that the majority of shipments will be by SPC.

The ship/deliver date indicated on the work order is the date products ordered must be shipped.

The contractor will be limited to a day-for-a-day extension as a result of government delays.

The normal schedule shall be ten workdays from receipt of order to final distribution at the Postal 

Service or small package carrier. This schedule is to allow the contractor some flexibility in scheduling 

work, however this is a maximum schedule, the contractor is strongly encouraged to complete and 

distribute the individual work orders as soon as possible. Failing to make distribution within the 10 

workday schedule will be reason to terminate the contract for default. 
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SECTION 3. - DETERMINATION OF AWARD

The Government will determine the lowest bid by applying the prices bid in the "SCHEDULE OF 

PRICES" to the following units of production which are the estimated requirements to produce one 

year's work under this contract. These units do not constitute, nor are they to be construed as, a 

guarantee of the volume of work which may be ordered under this contract.

I. 1. (a) 1738

(b) 283

(c) 70

(d) 890

2. (a) 15224

(b) 5969

(c) 1510

(d) 3050

3. (a) 3894

(b) 1082

(c) 298

(d) 969

4. (a) 803

(b) 185

(c) 150

(d) 1

II. (a) (b)

(1) 3057 1104

(2) 1119 462

(3) 237 9

(4) 45 5

(5) 31 1

III. (a) 1

(b) 10

The term of this contract is for one year Uand up to four option years.
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SECTION 4. - SCHEDULE OF PRICES

Bids should be submitted as f.o.b. Contractor’s city.

Prices must include the cost of all required materials and operations for each item listed in accordance 

with these specifications.

The bidder must make an entry in each of the spaces provided. Bids submitted with any obliteration, 

revision, or alteration of the order and manner of submitting bid may be declared nonresponsive. Bids 

submitted with "NB" (No Bid), "NA" (Not Applicable), or blank spaces for an item may be declared 

nonresponsive.

An entry of "NC" (No Charge) shall be entered if the bidder intends to furnish individual items at no 

charge to the Government. 

All vouchers submitted to the GPO shall be based on the most economical method of production.

The Contracting Officer reserves the right to reject any bid that contains prices for individual items of 

production (whether or not such items are included in the "Determination of Award") that are 

inconsistent or unrealistic in regard to other prices in the same bid or to GPO prices for the same 

operation if such action would be in the best interest of the Government.

I. COMPLETE PRODUCTU: (Except for Items under II & III). Prices bid shall include the cost of all 

required materials and operations (including but not limited to file preparation and paper) necessary for the 

complete production and distribution of the product listed in accordance with these specifications.

1. Format A (Up to 18 x 22)′′

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title ..................................... per each map ......... $____________

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title..................................... per each map ......... $____________

(c) 41 to 100 of each map title ................................. per each map ......... $____________

(d) 100 or more of each map title............................... per each map ......... $____________

2. Format B (Over 18 x 22′′ up to 24 x 29′′)

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title....................................... per each map ......... $____________

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title...................................... per each map ......... $____________

(c) 41 and above of each map title.............................. per each map ......... $____________

(d) 100 or more of each map title............................... per each map ......... $____________

3. Format C (Over 24 x 29′′ up to 29 x 36′′)

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title....................................... per each map ......... $____________

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title..................................... per each map ......... $____________

(c) 41 and above of each map................................... per each map ......... $____________

(d) 100 or more of each map title.............................. per each map ......... $____________

_______________

(Initials)
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4. Format D (Over 29 x 36′′ up to 32 x 48′′)

(a) 1 to 5 of each map title ...................................... per each map ......... $____________

(b) 6 to 40 of each map title ..................................... per each map ......... $____________

(c) 41 and above of each map title.............................. per each map ......... $____________

(d) 100 or more of each map title .............................. per each map ......... $____________

II. UADDITIONAL OPERATIONS:U The bids for each of the following operations must include the cost of 

all required materials and operations.

 

III. PROGRAMMING:

(a) One-time setup and programming charges at the inception of the program (this 

charge will only be allowed for the first year of the contract and is inclusive of 

all operations and tests necessary for start up ....................................................

$_________

(b) Programming/ timework ........................................... per hour ............ $_________

NOTE: "Programming/Timework" must be supported by a statement outlining in detail the 

operation for which payment is claimed. Timework will only be allowed under exceptional 

circumstances and must specifically authorized by subsequent Contract Modification(s). It is 

anticipated this charge will only be allowed in conjunction with government required changes 

throughout the course of the contract. In case of dispute the Contracting Officer reserves the right 

to be the final judge as to the operation and/or number of hours chargeable under III. (b). In no 

case will this charge be allowed in conjunction with III. (a).

__________

(Initials)

Formats A&B Formats C&D

(a) (b)

Shipping containers*: Including packing, labeling and preparation for shipping.

(1) One to 10 maps rolled ..................... per tube ...... $__________ $__________

(2) 11 to 25 maps rolled ........................ per tube ...... $__________ $__________

(3) 26 to 60 maps rolled ........................ per tube ...... $__________ $__________

(4) 61 to 120 maps rolled ...................... per tube ...... $__________ $__________

(5) Quantities over 120 shipped flat in a 

suitable flat carton, including corner 

protectors .................................... per carton .... $__________ $__________

*All tubes are to be triangular, round tubes are not acceptable.
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DISCOUNTS ARE BID FOR PAYMENT AS FOLLOWS:

__________ Percent, _________calendar days. See Article 12 "Discounts" of Solicitation Provisions 

in GPO Contract Terms (Pub. 310.2).

Bidder hereby acknowledges amendment(s) number (ed) _________________________

UBIDDER'S NAME AND SIGNATURE:U When responding by Fax or Mail, fill out and return one 

copy of all pages in "Section 4. - SCHEDULE OF PRICES", including initialing where indicated.

Bidder _____________________________________________________ ______________________

(Contractor Code)

____________________________________________________________________________________

(Street Address)

____________________________________________________________________________________

(City - State)

By_________________________________________________________________________________

(Signature and title of person authorized to sign this bid)

______________________________________________ _____________________________

(Person to be contacted) (Telephone Number)

______________________________________________ _____________________________

e-mail address (Facsimile Number)

LIST LOCATION OF PRODUCTION/FULFILLMENT FACILITIES BELOW IF OTHER 

THAN THE ADDRESS LISTED ABOVE.

BIDDERS THAT ACCESS THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION VIA THE 

INTERNET FROM THE GPO WEBSITE MUST ACCESS THE GPO FORM 910 "BID" FROM 

THE PDF FILE AND SUBMIT IT ALONG WITH THE "SCHEDULE OF PRICES" AS 

REQUIRED BY THESE SPECIFICATIONS.
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SAMPLE OF THE BID ENVELOPE

In order to ensure proper processing of all bids the following information is suggested on 

all bid envelopes.

Program Number 1815-S

From: ________________________

Address:________________________

 _________________________

Postage

Stamp

Required

Here

Bid Enclosed

Bids will be received until 

June 19, 2017 at 2 P.M.

prevailing Denver time.

U.S. Government Publishing Office

Denver Regional Office

Suite 208

12345 W. Alameda Parkway

Lakewood, CO 80228-2842
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Attachment A

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H0027141002Carrie Lifts

1512 University Blvd Blacksburg

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H0027141003Allen Smith

6150 E Schmid Ave Basalt

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H0027141062Sammy Smith

8815 S Lincoln Rd Blacksburg

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 DENVER REGIONAL OFFICE

12345 W Alameda Pkwy

Suite 208

Lakewood CO 80228

 http://www.gpo.gov

June 19, 2017

Dear Bidder:

This is Amendment No 1. The specifications in our Invitation for Bid on Program 1815-S 

scheduled for opening at 2:00 pm, June 19, 2017, are amended as follows:

1. On Page 1 of 25 under "UBBID OPENINGU:":

Change the following language: 

From: 2:00p.m. prevailing time Denver, Colorado, on Monday, June 19, 2017.

To: 2:00p.m. prevailing time Denver, Colorado, on Tuesday, June 27, 2017.

2. On Pages 19-20 of 25 under Section 4 – SCHEDULE OF PRICES “I. COMPLETE 

PRODUCT:":

Change the language for the following items to: 

1. (d) 101 or more of each map title.......................per each map

2. (c) 41 to 100 of each map title...........................per each map

2. (d) 101 or more of each map title.......................per each map

3. (c) 41 to 100 of each map title..........................per each map

3. (d) 101 or more of each map title.......................per each map

4. (c) 41 to 100 of each map title...........................per each map

4. (d) 101 or more of each map title.......................per each map

3. On Page 22 of 25 under SAMPLE OF THE BID ENVELOPE:

Change the following language: 

From: Bids will be received until June 19, 2017 at 2:00p.m. prevailing Denver time. 

To: Bids will be received until June 27, 2017 at 2:00p.m. prevailing Denver time. 
All other specifications remain the same.

If amendment is not acknowledged on bid, direct acknowledgement to:

US Government Publishing Office

Denver Regional Office

12345 W Alameda Pkwy, Suite 208

Lakewood, CO 80228

Telephone acknowledgement of this amendment is not acceptable.

OFFEROR MUST ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THIS AMENDMENT PRIOR TO 

OPENING. Failure to acknowledge receipt of amendment, by amendment number, prior to 

opening time, may be reason for bid being declared nonresponsive.

Sincerely,

Diane L. Abeyta

Contracting Officer