Desktop Publishing Banner Printer

Project ID: W912SV26QA008 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	Massachusetts National Guard
Deadline	03/19/26
Posted	03/09/26
Estimated Value	$18,000 - $35,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	Small Business
NAICS	423420 - Office Equipment Merchant Wholesalers
PSC	3610 - Printing, Duplicating, And Bookbinding Equipment
Location	Reading, MA 01867 United States

Description

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Summary

This is a solicitation for the procurement of a Banner Printer for The Massachusetts Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion (MAARNG RRB) utilizing simplified procedures under FAR Subpart 12.201-1 for commercial products and services under the simplified acquisition threshold. The MAARNG RRB would like to procure one (1) high-performance large format (banner) production printing system for use by the Marketing Section to replace existing end-of-life cycle device. The purpose of this item is to produce localized, imminently required RPI (Recruiting Promotional Items) for use of the Recruiting and Retention NCOs (RRNCOs) to generate awareness, enhance rapport/relationships, and generate leads and prospects for enlistment into the MAARNG. The large format printing system must be capable of high-volume output, offer superior print quality, and include robust support and maintenance services. The Government contemplates the award of a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Single Award Purchase Order (PO)

Key Requirements

IAW Product Description (See attachment) For complete details, please refer to the full solicitation document. Specific instructions for quote submission are provided in the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The Government's evaluation criteria are set forth in FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The following must be included in response to this request: Quote in response to SF 1449 (attached) Lead time (must meet the 60-day ARO delivery) Vendor POC name Vendor Email address UEI/CAGE Interested Offerors shall respond to this notice by the response date and time included in this message to Melissa Melcher via Melissa.l.melcher2.civ@army.mil and Lars Bernard via Jeffrey.l.bernard6.civ@army.mil

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Massachusetts Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion (MAARNG RRB) is seeking to procure a high-performance large format production printing system. This acquisition aims to replace an existing end-of-life device used by the Marketing Section to produce localized Recruiting Promotional Items (RPI). The goal is to enhance awareness, build relationships, and generate leads for enlistment into the MAARNG. Work Details The contract involves the procurement of one (1) Desktop Publishing Banner Printer with the following specifications: - Capable of high-volume output and superior print quality. - Must function as the primary large format printer for producing banners, window/floor graphics, and wall coverings. - Includes Versaworks 7 RIP software (or equivalent Mac compatible software) and professional training. - Comes with a dedicated stand, media take-up unit and holders, replacement blade for separating knife, cleaning liquid bottle, power cords, all supplies, and a 2-year maintenance plan warranty. - Requires 6 of each Greenguard Gold Certified TH 500ml ink cartridges: CYAN, MAGENTA, YELLOW, BLACK TrueVIS Professional Ink. - Dimensions: No wider than 120”; No deeper than 32”; No taller than 60”. Weight must not exceed 450lbs (excluding ink/stock). - Must produce max 1800 dpi in four colors (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) with a maximum print width of 63” and thickness of 39.3mil (with liner). - Operates on standard 110V AC power outlet and connects via Ethernet. - Includes an automatic media take-up system compatible with specific print stocks: Roland ESM-LBV2, Roland ESM-RPBF, Roland ESM-WFRV, Roland ESM-MCVP, Roland ESM-CCVP. - Delivery and installation required at Camp Curtis Guild (25 Haverhill St., Reading, MA) within 60 days after receipt of order (ARO), including training/setup on delivery day. Period of Performance Delivery must occur within 60 days after receipt of order. Place of Performance Camp Curtis Guild, 25 Haverhill St., Reading, MA

Contacts

Contact name	Melissa Melcher
Contact email	melissa.l.melcher2.civ@army.mil
Contact phone	None
Secondary contact name	Lars Bernard
Secondary contact email	jeffrey.l.bernard6.civ@army.mil
Secondary contact phone	(339) 202-3877