Opportunity
City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #25321-ITB-EST
Diplomas, Diploma Seals, and Related Printing Services for Hillsborough County Public Schools
Posted
April 27, 2024
Respond By
July 30, 2025
Identifier
25321-ITB-EST
NAICS
323117
Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) is procuring diplomas, diploma seals, and related services for districtwide use: - Government Buyer: - Hillsborough County Public Schools, Procurement Services Department, Tampa, FL - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Herff Jones (prominent OEM) - Jostens, Inc. (prominent OEM) - Signature Announcements - ACR III LSC Holdings LLC - Magic Business Forms - Products and Quantities Requested: - 8" x 10" diplomas (up to 14,000 units annually) - 3 1/4" x 2" laminated mini diplomas (up to 14,000 units annually) - Diploma seals (Honors, Salutatorian, Bi-Literacy, State of Florida, etc.; up to 30,000 units annually) - Adult Technical College Certificates (8" x 10") - Expedited shipping as needed - Cost-plus markup for additional items (not to exceed 15%) - Notable Requirements: - Diplomas must use 100% rag acid-free paper, Old English font, thermographic printing (except student name), gold-stamped seals, and facsimile signatures - Vendors must provide product samples and offer an online ordering portal - Compliance with Florida Statutes protest procedures and Cone of Silence policy - Period of Performance: - Initial one-year contract with up to four one-year renewal options - Estimated annual contract value around $60,000 - Place of Performance/Delivery: - All HCPS schools and technical centers, with central administration at 901 East Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL
Description
Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for qualified firms to create, print, and deliver diplomas, district diploma seals, and State of Florida diploma seals. The solicitation includes detailed specifications and requires insurance. Bids are to be submitted online by July 30, 2025. The procurement aims to serve the district's needs for diplomas and related items for the 2026 fiscal year.