Board Agenda - May 02, 2006

9. #3732, Custom printing

Presenter: Richard Matkin

Purpose: A - Request decision - closure required

Time: No time limit

Description:

This is a compliance bid that will establish approved vendors and pricing for the purchase of custom printing services for the Communications Department for 2006-2007. This is the first year of a renewable bid. The Communications Department has reviewed the bid. Staff recommends awarding the low bidder for Projects #2, #3, and #4. Detailed justification for award of Project #1 follows: Justifications: Project #1: Seven-part Relocation Packet System (with calendar books)-The low bid of $38,932 for quantity of 45,000, $40,798 for quantity of 48,000, and $41,998 for quantity of 50,000 from Proforma A-Z, is not recommended because the quality of samples submitted is not acceptable. Next low alternate bid of $52,621.54 for quantity of 45,000, $56,370.54 for quantity of 48,000, and $57,539.54 for quantity of 50,000 from Endless Business Solutions is recommended. Alternate paper suggested by Endless Business Solutions is acceptable. Quantity of project has not yet been determined.

Recommendation:

The Administration recommends that this bid be awarded to the following: Endless Business Solutions (alternate bid) - Project #1 Dallas Offset - Project #2 Supreme Printing - Project #3 Metroplex Finishing - Project #4

Business Impact:

Estimated Value: $100,000.00. Budget/Financial Implication: Operating Budget. Evaluation Criteria: Purchase Price; Quality of Goods; Best Meets the Needs of the District,

Summary:

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