988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 3x3 Magnet & 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Rectangle Magnet

Location:	Federal
Posted:	May 15, 2026
Due:	May 20, 2026
Agency:	U.S. Government Publishing Office
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	U - Education and Training Services
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Program/Jacket Number: Strapped 460-892 & 460-894
Title: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 3x3 Magnet & 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Rectangle Magnet
Bid Opening Date: May 20, 2026
Contract Type: One-Time Bid
Scope: Both Jackets are Full process color magnets shrink-wrapped in packs of 10. Both JKTS have unique sizes and artwork. Printing may not be subcontracted.
25% to deliver 7/1/26 balance to deliver 8/21/26.
Quantity: 1,500,000 each JKT equaling 3,000,000 total magnets
Ship/Deliver Date: August 21, 2026
Files: 460-892 and 460-894 RFB , PEP24-988-013 - 24_RectangleMagnet_ENG v2 without SKU , PEP26-988-001 - 26_SquareMagnet_PRINT without SKU 3x3

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Jackets 460-892 & 460-894

Requisitions 6-51303 & 6-51302

U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO)

Government Publishing & Print Procurement

General Terms, Conditions, and Specifications

for the procurement of

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 3x3 Magnet - (2026 Logo) - PEP26-988-001

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Rectangle Magnet - (2024 Logo) - PEP24-988-013

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

GPO Laurel Fulfillment Center

BID OPENING: Bids shall be opened virtually at 11:00 AM, Eastern Time (ET), on May 20, 2026, at the U.S.

Government Publishing Office. All parties interested in attending the bid opening shall email bids@gpo.gov one (1)

hour prior to the bid opening date and time to request a Microsoft Teams live stream link. This must be a separate

email from the bid submission. The link will be emailed prior to the bid opening.

For information regarding the solicitation requirements prior to award, please contact Russ Ward 757-490-7940 Ext.

7 or wward@gpo.gov .

BID SUBMISSION: Bidders must email bids to bids@gpo.gov for this solicitation. No other method of bid

submission will be accepted at this time. The Jacket Number and bid opening date must be specified in the subject

line of the emailed bid submission. Bids received after the bid opening date and time specified above will not be

considered for award.

Bidders are to fill out, sign/initial, as applicable, Page 7. Award will be made on lowest overall cost of both

jackets.

Jackets are STRAPPED. Contractor must provide bid for EACH Jacket. Contractor must bill each Jacket

separately. Submit a separate invoice, copy of the Purchase Order, and signed delivery receipt for EACH

Jacket.

ADDITIONAL EMAILED BID SUBMISSION PROVISIONS: The Government will not be responsible for any

failure attributable to the transmission or receipt of the emailed bid including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Illegibility of bid.

2. Emails over 75 MB may not be received by GPO due to size limitations for receiving emails.

3. The bidder’s email provider may have different size limitations for sending email; however, bidders are advised

not to exceed GPO’s stated limit.

4. When the email bid is received by GPO, it will remain unopened until the specified bid opening time. Government

personnel will not validate receipt of the emailed bid prior to bid opening. GPO will use the prevailing time (specified

as the local time zone) and the exact time that the email is received by GPO’s email server as the official time stamp

for bid receipt at the specified location.

Any questions before or after award concerning these specifications call Russ Ward at (757) 490-4940, Ext. 7.

No collect calls. Email: wward@gpo.gov.

GPO CONTRACT TERMS: Any contract which results from this Invitation for Bid will be subject to the

applicable provisions, clauses, and supplemental specifications of GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2,

effective December 1, 1987 (Rev. 01-18)) and GPO Contract Terms, Quality Assurance Through Attributes Program

for Printing and Binding (GPO Publication 310.1, effective May 1979 (revised 9-19)).

GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2) –

https://www.gpo.gov/docs/default-source/forms-and-standards-files-for-vendors/contractterms2018.pdf

GPO QATAP (GPO Publication 310.1) –

https://www.gpo.gov/docs/default-source/forms-and-standards-files-for-vendors/qatap-rev-09-19.pdf

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JACKETS 460-892 and 460-894

PREAWARD SURVEY: In order to determine the responsibility of the prime contractor or any subcontractor, the

Government reserves the right to conduct an on-site pre-award survey at the contractor's facility or to require

other evidence of technical, production, managerial, financial, and similar abilities to perform, prior to the award of a

contract. As part of the financial determination, the contractor in line for award may be required to provide one or

more of the following financial documents:

1) Most recent profit and loss statement

2) Most recent balance sheet

3) Statement of cash flows

4) Current official bank statement

5) Current lines of credit (with amounts available)

6) Letter of commitment from paper supplier(s)

The documents will be reviewed to validate that adequate financial resources are available to perform the contract

requirements. Documents submitted will be kept confidential and used only for the determination of responsibility by

the Government. Failure to provide the requested information in the time specified by the Government may result in

the Contracting Officer not having adequate information to reach an affirmative determination of responsibility.

NOTE: Prior to award the apparent low vendor must be able to show ability to produce the product in question and

may be asked to supply samples of similar items.

PAYMENT: PLEASE SUBMIT BILLING PACKAGES WITHIN 15 DAYS OF DELIVERY.

Submitting invoices for payment via the GPO fax gateway (if no samples are required) utilizing the GPO barcode

coversheet program application is the most efficient method of invoicing. Instruction for using this method can be

found at the following web address: http://winapps.access.gpo.gov/fms/vouchers/barcode/instructions.html

Invoices may also be mailed to U.S. Government Publishing Office, Office of Financial Management,

Attn: Comptroller, Stop: FMCE, Washington, DC 20401.

For more information about the billing process refer to the General Information of the Office of Finance web page

located at https://www.gpo.gov/how-to-work-with-us/vendors/how-to-get-paid

MODIFICATIONS: If any additional costs are incurred during the production of this job due to Government action

(i.e. AAs), contractor is REQUIRED to submit written request to the Printing Specialist for written approval

BEFORE proceeding.

Only a warranted GPO Contracting Officer acting within their appointed limits, has the authority to issue

modifications or otherwise change the terms and conditions of this contract. If an individual other than the GPO

Contracting Officer attempts to make changes to the terms and conditions of this contract, you shall not proceed with

the change and shall immediately notify the GPO Contracting Officer. Proceeding with any work not authorized by

the GPO Contracting Officer will be at the Contractor’s own risk.

PREDOMINANT FUNCTION: The predominant function for this job is PRINTING OF MAGNETS. Printing

may not be subcontracted. The contractor may make contracts for the furnishing of the substrate(s). Accordingly,

Contract Clause 6, "Subcontracts," of GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2, effective December 1, 1987

(Rev. 6 01)), does not apply to this procurement except for printing.

GOVERNMENT IN-PLANT INSPECTIONS: The Government reserves the right to have Government

representative(s) inspect any operation under this contract at the start of its production and at any time during

production. In addition to the inspections indicated, the Government reserves the right to inspect all stages of

production.

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JACKETS 460-892 and 460-894

PRODUCT: Both Jackets are Full process color magnets shrink-wrapped in packs of 10. Both JKTS have unique

sizes and artwork. Printing may not be subcontracted.

TITLES: JKT 460-892 - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 3x3 Magnet - (2026 Logo) - PEP26-988-001

JKT 460-894 - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Rectangle Magnet - (2024 Logo) - PEP24-988-013

QUANTITY: JKT 460-892 - 1,500,000

JKT 460-894 - 1,500,000

TRIM: JKT 460-892 – 3” x 3”

JKT 460-894 – 3.25 x 5.875”

DESCRIPTION: Both Jackets are for full process color magnets printed on 30 mil. magnetic base sheeting with white vinyl

facing with UV coating suitable for outdoor use as well as indoors. Shrink wrap in packs of 10. PDF proofs required.

GOVERNMENT TO FURNISH: Media consists of PDF files will be emailed upon award.

CONTRACTOR TO FURNISH: All materials and operations, other than those listed under “GOVERNMENT TO

FURNISH,” necessary to produce the product(s) in accordance with these specifications.

ELECTRONIC PREPRESS: Prior to image processing, the contractor shall perform a basic check (preflight) of the

furnished media and publishing files to assure correct output of the required reproduction image. Any errors, media

damage, or data corruption that might interfere with proper file image processing must be reported to the GPO

contract administrator immediately.

The contractor shall create or alter any necessary trapping, set proper screen angles and screen frequency, and define

file output selection for the imaging device being utilized. Furnished files must be imaged as necessary to meet the

assigned quality level.

When required by the Government, the contractor shall make minor revisions to the electronic files. It is anticipated

that the Government will make all major revisions.

Prior to making revisions, the contractor shall copy the furnished files and make all changes to the copy.

Upon completion of the order, the contractor must furnish final production native application files (digital

deliverables) with the furnished material. The digital deliverables must be an exact representation of the final printed

product and shall be returned on suitable storage media or e-mailed upon request. The Government will not accept,

as digital deliverables, PostScript files, Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) files, or any proprietary file

formats other than those supplied, unless specified by the Government. NOTE: Government will accept Adobe

Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) files as digital deliverables when furnished by the Government.

PROOFS: One set of digital color content proofs for JKT 460-892 and 460-894. Direct to plate must be used to

produce the final product with a minimum resolution of 2400 x 2400 dpi.

Proofs must be created using the same Raster Image Processor (RIP) that will be used to produce the product. Proofs

shall be collated with all elements in proper position (not pasted up), imaged face and back, trimmed and folded to the

finished size of the product, as applicable.

JKT 460-892 proof held for up to 5 workdays.

Deliver to: Robert Mitchell; USGPO - Laurel Publications Distribution Center c/o - Receiving -SAMHSA-PEP26-

988-001 (Sample) 8660 Cherry Lane, Ste #32 Laurel, MD 20707-4950; remitchell@gpo.gov; 202.512.2317

JKT 460-894 proof held for up to 2 workdays.

Deliver to: Robert Mitchell; USGPO - Laurel Publications Distribution Center c/o - Receiving -SAMHSA-PEP24-

988-013 (Sample) 8660 Cherry Lane, Ste #32 Laurel, MD 20707-4950; remitchell@gpo.gov; 202.512.2317

Contractor must not print prior to receipt of an "OK to Print".

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JACKETS 460-892 and 460-894

STOCK/PAPER: 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. 13" dated September

2019. https://www.gpo.gov/docs/default-source/forms-and-standards-files-for-vendors/vol_13.pdf

All paper used in each copy must be of a uniform shade and all paper must have the grain parallel to the fold.

Both Jackets: Magnetic Base Sheeting with White Vinyl Facing or equal with combined 30 mil. thickness.

INK: Both Jackets: Four Color Process

UV coating suitable for outdoor use as well as indoors

MARGINS: JKT 460-892 Includes bleeds along the top, left and right edge.

JKT 460-894 Does not bleed, but inadequate margins; follow trim marks on artboards furnished.

PACKING:

All Jackets: MUST be shrink wrapped in packs of 10, no comingling of products, must remain separate.

Pack in uniform quantities in shipping containers with a minimum bursting strength of 275 psi. Boxes must be filled

to capacity without air. Each shipping container must not exceed 40 pounds when fully packed.

All shipments which fill less than a shipping container must be packaged with materials of sufficient strength and

durability and in such a manner which will guarantee that the product will not be damaged, and the package will not

open nor split during delivery process.

Pack to ensure no damage occurs to product during transit prior to receipt by agency. Pack to ensure no shifting of

product in transit, using spacers if necessary. Product should arrive with no abrasions, dog-ears, etc.

Packing to be in accordance with GPO Contract Terms (GPO Pub. 310.2). Noncompliance with the packing

instructions will be cause for the Government to take corrective action in accordance with GPO Pub. 310.2.

Palletizing: Pallets must be in accordance with GPO Contract Terms (GPO Pub. 310.2).

LABELING AND MARKING: Each package or carton must be labeled. Each pallet must be labeled.

Label and mark in accordance with GPO Contract Terms (GPO Pub. 310.2).

JKT 460-892 Include Stock number: PEP26-988-001 on all inner and outer packaging.

JKT 460-894 Include Stock number: PEP24-988-013 on all inner and outer packaging.

QUALITY ASSURANCE LEVELS AND STANDARDS: The following levels and standards shall apply to these

specifications:

Product Quality Levels:

(a) Printing Attributes -- Level 3

(b) Finishing Attributes -- Level 3

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

(a) Non-destructive Tests - General Inspection Level 1.

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

ATTRIBUTE

SPECIFIED STANDARD

P-7. Type Quality and Uniformity

Avg. Type Dimension

P-10. Process Color Match

Approved Electronic Proofs

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JACKETS 460-892 and 460-894

DEPARTMENTAL RANDOM COPIES (BLUE LABEL): Order must be divided into 200 equal sublots. A

random copy must be selected from each sublot. Do not choose copies from the same general area in each sublot.

The contractor will be required to certify that copies were selected as directed using GPO Form 917-Certificate of

Selection of Random Copies (located on GPO.gov). The random copies constitute a part of the total quantity ordered,

and no additional charge will be allowed.

Quantity Ordered

JKT 460-892 1,500,000

JKT 460-894 1,500,000

Number of Sublots

200 of each

These randomly selected copies must be packed separately and identified by a special label (GPO Form 2678-

Departmental Random Copies (Blue Label) that must be printed on blue paper and affixed to each affected container.

This form can be downloaded from GPO.gov. The container and its contents shall be recorded separately on all

shipping documents and sent in accordance to the delivery address stated under DISTRIBUTION.

A copy of the PURCHASE ORDER/SPECIFICATION and a signed Certificate of Selection of Random Copies must

be included.

A copy of the signed Certificate of Selection of Random Copies must accompany the invoice sent to U.S.

Government Publishing Office, Financial Management Services, for payment. Failure to furnish the certificate may

result in delay in processing the invoice.

SCHEDULE: Adherence to this schedule must be maintained. See "Notice of Compliance with Schedules”, in GPO

Pub. 310.2.

Purchase Order and furnished material will be emailed no later than May 22, 2026.

Unscheduled material such as shipping documents, receipts or instructions, delivery lists, labels, etc., will be

furnished with the order or shortly thereafter. In the event such information is not received in due time, the contractor

will not be relieved of any responsibility in meeting the shipping schedule because of failure to request such

information.

Submit proofs by May 25, 2026, to comply with the shipping schedule. Email PDF proofs, date of receipt is not

considered first day.

The contractor must not print prior to receiving "OK to print."

Deliveries can be split into two arrivals, as long as 25% is received by 07/01/2026 and balance by 08/21/2026.

JKT 460-892

JKT 460-894

25% by 07/01/2026

375,000

Balance complete by 08/21/2026

1,125,000

NOTIFICATION OF SHIPMENT: Immediately after the order has shipped, the contractor must EMAIL tracking

numbers to remitchell@gpo.gov, wward@gpo.gov & compliance@gpo.gov on same day the product ships. The

subject line of this message shall be "Distribution Notice for Jackets 460-892 & 460-894. The notice must provide

all applicable tracking numbers, shipping method, and title. Contractor must be able to provide copies of all delivery,

mailing, and shipping receipts upon agency request.

DISTRIBUTION: All shipments to be sent by traceable means.

All shipping costs need to be included in the bid price.

USGPO - Laurel Publications Distribution Center

c/o - Receiving - SAMHSA-PEP26-988-001

c/o - Receiving - SAMHSA-PEP24-988-013

8660 Cherry Lane, Ste #32

Laurel, MD 20707-4950

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