What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe government authority in Raleigh, NC, needs transportation state maps service. They require 2027-2028 transportation maps for the state department of transportation. These maps will be distributed to rest areas and welcome centers across the state. The goal is to have them available as close to January 1, 2027, as possible.
Scope of work
- 750,000 2027-2028 Transportation State Maps printed in 4-color process (CMYK)
- Trim size 54.5" x 18.5" and folded size 4.5" x 9.25" accordion fold
- 800 flat maps delivered to the NCDOT Highway Building
- 2,000 folded maps with fifth color search and rescue grid
- Progressive color proofs and complete color proofs on exact stock
- Banding in units of 25 and packing in 200-map cartons
- Inside delivery FOB Destination to specified North Carolina locations
- Exact reprints for orders after the initial 750,000 maps
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Lowest price that meets the specifications | Not specified |
| Promptness of delivery | Not specified |
| Reprint prices | Not specified |
| Completeness, content, cost and responsibility of the Vendor | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- North Carolina registered Vendor in good standing with an eVP number
- Registration with the NC Secretary of State prior to contract award
- E-Verify compliance for employers with more than 25 NC employees
- Two actual size folded mockups for each stock offered prior to bid opening
- One sample of similar map printing done in Vendor's plant
Documents to include with your response
- eVP (Electronic Vendor Portal) Number page
- Completed and signed EXECUTION PAGES
- Signed receipt pages of any addenda (if required)
- Completed ATTACHMENT: PRICING FORM
- Completed ATTACHMENT: LOCATION OF WORKERS UTILIZED BY VENDOR
- ATTACHMENT: CUSTOMER REFERENCE TEMPLATE (upon request)
- ATTACHMENT: CERTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL CONDITION (upon request)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via the electronic Vendor Portal (eVP)
- Instructions
- Electronic responses ONLY will be accepted via https://evp.nc.gov. Include one signed, redacted copy if confidential or proprietary information is included.