These specifications cover the production of a magazine requiring such operations as research, writing, editorial management, design, drafts, handling electronic files, proofs, 4-color process printing, binding, packing, mailing, and delivery. The term of this contract is for 1 year (base year period for January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011) and 4 option year periods (January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012; January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013; January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014 and January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015). Approximately 3 to 4 issues per year, anticipate 4 issues. An occasional order will require a 4 page insert. Approximately 285,000 to 325,000 copies per issue, average 300,000 copies per issue. Magazine trim size is 8 x 10-7/8". 48 day production schedule. Deliver f.o.b. destination and f.o.b. contractor's city to various locations in the U.S. Complete specifications available for free download at http://www.gpo.gov/gpo/bidopps/bidopps.action?region=columbus. Abstract of previous year's contract available for free download at http://www.gpo.gov/gpo/abstracts/abstract.action?reigon=Columbus. GPO Form 910 is available for free download at http://www.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/sfas/bids910.pdf
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