Desktop Publishing Banner Printer

SOL #: W912SV26QA008Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Army

W7NE USPFO ACTIVITY MA ARNG

DEVENS, MA, 01434-3505, United States

Place of Performance

Reading, MA

NAICS

Office Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423420)

PSC

Printing, Duplicating, And Bookbinding Equipment (3610)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/515dfb4778d64914bba18b7dc68a0306/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 3, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 11, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 19, 2026, 9:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons

NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.

Risks

Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.

Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Massachusetts Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion (MAARNG RRB) is soliciting proposals for a Desktop Publishing Banner Printer. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Single Award Purchase Order. The printer will replace an existing end-of-life device and produce recruiting promotional items.

Scope of Work

The MAARNG RRB requires one (1) high-performance large format production printing system. Key requirements include:

Functionality: Primary large format printer for banners, window/floor graphics, and wall coverings.
Software: Must include Versaworks 7 RIP software (or Mac equivalent) and professional training.
Components: Dedicated stand, media take-up unit, replacement blades, cleaning liquid, all starting accessories, power cords, supplies, and a 2-year maintenance plan/warranty.
Ink: Six (6) of each Greenguard Gold certified TH 500ml ink cartridges (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black).
Specifications: Max print width of 63", max 1800 dpi in four colors (CMYK), max print thickness of 39.3mil. Operates on standard 110V AC with Ethernet connectivity.
Delivery & Training: Delivery and installation to Camp Curtis Guild, Reading, MA, within 60 days After Receipt of Order (ARO). Includes all manuals, 2 years of technical support (telephonic/in-person), and day-of delivery training/setup.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Single Award Purchase Order (PO).
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The NAICS code is 423420 with a size standard of 200 employees.
Product Service Code: 3610 (Printing, Duplicating, And Bookbinding Equipment).
Place of Performance: Reading, MA.

Submission & Evaluation

Submission Requirements: Quotes must be submitted in response to SF 1449 (attached), include lead time (must meet 60-day ARO delivery), Vendor POC name, Vendor Email address, and UEI/CAGE.
Method: Submissions are via E-MAIL ONLY to Melissa Melcher (melissa.l.melcher2.civ@army.mil) and Lars Bernard (jeffrey.l.bernard6.civ@army.mil). Proposals may be in Word or PDF format and must be clearly marked with the solicitation number and the submitting firm's identity.
Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on price and other factors, which will be listed in order of importance. The government may evaluate offers by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement.