North Carolina eVP #77-0001366

A-B Tech Solicits Professional Printing and Distribution of Education Journal (Two Issues, 2026-2027)

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) is seeking a contractor for large-scale professional printing and distribution of its Education Journal. - Government Buyer: - State of North Carolina, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, Purchasing Agent: Carmalita Fortenberry - Products/Services Requested: - Printing of 153,000 copies per issue (Fall 2026 and Spring 2027) of the Education Journal - 20 pages per issue, saddle-stitched, 8 3/8" x 10 7/8" - Interior: 60# Sappi Somerset Gloss Text; Cover: 100# Somerset Gloss Text - 4/4 process color with bleeds - Bundled in 50s, packed in Gaylord boxes - Shipping and handling of 1,000 copies per issue to A-B Tech main campus - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict no overrun/underrun policy - Sustainability features required per state policy - Delivery to both Allegra (formerly MMS) and A-B Tech main campus - Delivery must be completed within 30 calendar days of purchase order receipt - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - The contract term is one year, with up to two optional one-year renewals

Description

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) is seeking to enter a contract for professional printing and distribution services for the Education Journal, which is published twice per year in Fall and Spring. The journal highlights educational pursuits and achievements of students, faculty, and departments, serving as an informational and promotional resource. The contract aims to promote sustainability features in accordance with industry standards. The initial term of the contract is one year starting from October 1, 2026, with options for renewal.

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