Direct Mail Government Bids & RFPs

The bid must be received electronically or by sealed bid in the purchasing office by the date and time specified, which is May 4, 2026, at 03:00:00 PM CT. The bid notice states, bids must be received electronically or by sealed bid in the purchasing office by date and time specified.

The bid must be received electronically or by sealed bid by the date and time specified, which is April 27, 2026, at 03:00:00 PM CT. The bid notice states, bids must be received electronically or by sealed bid in the purchasing office by date and time specified, and then publicly opened and read aloud.

The bid notice implies that suppliers must be able to furnish the items offered at the prices and upon the terms and conditions contained in the specifications. It also mentions that failure to obtain an approval for an equal may result in nonacceptance of a proposal. The bid notice states, he undersigned agrees, if the bid is accepted, to furnish any and all items upon which prices are offered, at the prices and upon the terms and conditions contained in the specifications. and failure to obtain an approval for an equal may result in nonacceptance of proposal.

The question cut-off date is April 20, 2026, at 12:00:00 PM CT. The bid notice states, question cut off **** 12: 00: 00 pm ct.

The bid notice states that for jobs less than 500 pieces, the supplier shall drop mail the next two business days of receipt of the mailing list. For jobs in excess of 500 pieces, the supplier shall drop mail within three business days of receipt of the mailing list.

The bid notice states that payment is to be made within 30 days after receipt of properly executed invoice, or delivery and acceptance, whichever is later.

The bid notice states that all products bid for purchase must be new, never previously used, of the manufacturers current model andor packaging, and of best quality as measured by acceptable trade standards. The manufacturers standard published warranty and provisions shall apply, unless more stringent warranties are otherwise required by LSU and specified in the solicitation.

The bid notice states that the bid shall be awarded all-or-none to the overall lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on the total cost of the sample order.

The bid notice states that bidders are responsible for the completeness and accuracy of their bid responses. LSU will reject any bid that does not meet the mandatory requests specified in this solicitation.

The bid notice states that failure to deliver within the time specified in the bid/award will constitute a default and may be cause for contract cancellation. Where the university has determined the supplier to be in default, LSU reserves the right to purchase any or all goods or services covered by the contract on the open market and to surcharge the supplier with costs in excess of the contract price.

The bid notice states that written inquiries must be received in the procurement office no later than 4:30 pm CST four (4) business days prior to the opening of bids.

The bid notice states that sealed bids will be received on or before 12pm, Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

The proposals are due on Friday, May 1, 2026, no later than 4:30 PM Eastern. The commencement of new contracts is scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

The bid notice states that Payment terms and cash discounts will be considered as determining factors in the contract award. Kent State University prefers to make payments via ACH transfer or credit card and will endeavor to use any cash terms offered.

The bid notice mentions that Vendor guarantees all products and installation against any defect in and a comprehensive list of all authorized service centers must be provided by supplier.

The bid notice states that Selection and award of contract will be made to the vendors whose proposal, in the sole opinion of Kent State University, represents the best overall value to the university.

The bid notice indicates that The contract partnership shall be awarded to company that will best serve the interest of Kent State University, and, in determining the responsible proposer, the university shall consider the responses to the following requested information. Specific criteria include vendor qualifications, references, past experience, personnel, equipment, software compatibility, and production schedule.

The bid notice states that any breach of this contract shall be just cause for the university to terminate the contract immediately without such prior notice to you. the in case of any termination resulting from breach of contract, the procurement department may, at its discretion, prohibit proposer from submitting a proposal on any project at the university for a period of up to three 3 years. Additionally, The liquidated damages shall be one percent 1 of the total printed publication price per day after agreed on completion date, not to exceed a total of ten percent 10 of the total printing project.

The bid notice does not mention a mandatory site visit. It states, In order to ascertain that the printer has sufficient printing facilities and delivery capabilities, compatible software capabilities, and a required accounting program, Kent State University reserves the right to complete an onsite inspection of companies prior to the contract partnership award. This suggests an inspection is possible but not a mandatory preliminary visit for all bidders.

The bid notice states, Bidders are required to provide samples of their printing. Requested samples necessary for evaluation must be provided without cost or obligation to Kent State University, and shall become the property of the university.

The bid notice mentions a Voluntary question and answer period with a deadline to submit questions by Wednesday, April 15, 2026, and university responses posted by Monday, April 20, 2026. It does not explicitly state a deadline for formal challenges or disputes.