FY’26 SY27 2HSJ – FLAG CONTROL PACKAGE

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation from the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) for the procurement of a "FY'26 SY27 2HSJ – FLAG CONTROL PACKAGE" for the Marine Corps Recruiting Command. The procurement involves the production and delivery of a direct mail package.

• Product: A direct mail package consisting of a Pictorial Window Envelope, a Folded Insert, and two versions of reply cards.

• Quantity: 560,000 total package sets (which equates to 2,240,000 individual pieces for the complete packages, plus overs for mailing and samples).

• Printing: 4-color process with specific Pantone colors (187C, 296C, 134C) and overall aqueous gloss varnish.

• Assembly: Package to be assembled and addressed at the lettershop.

• Delivery Date: Non-negotiable.

• Final Files: Printer must provide two labeled final digital downloads.

• The contract will be subject to GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2) and GPO Contract Terms, Quality Assurance Through Attributes Program for Printing and Binding (GPO Publication 310.1).

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but implied by the delivery date.

• Bid Opening: Virtual bid opening on March 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. Interested parties must email bids@gpo.gov one hour prior to request a Microsoft Teams live stream link.

• Bid Submission: Bids must be emailed to bids@gpo.gov. The Jacket Number and bid opening date must be in the subject line. Late bids will not be considered.

• Contact: For solicitation requirements prior to award, contact Theresa Nagel at 757-490-7940 Ext. 3 or tnagel@gpo.gov.

• Pre-Award Survey: Government reserves the right to conduct an on-site pre-award survey or require financial documents to determine contractor responsibility.

• Proofs: Contractor must submit various proofs (PDF soft proof, content and high-resolution proofs, stock samples) for approval before production. Proofs will not be returned.

• Press Sheet Inspection: Required prior to printing.

• No specific set-aside is mentioned. Bidders must be responsible and capable of performing the printing functions. Subcontracting the predominant printing function will result in non-responsibility.

• Bidders must fill out and return Page 10, including Bidder's Name and Signature.

• Electronic signatures are accepted.

• Offers must include the cost of all materials and operations for the total quantity and a price for each additional 1,000 copies.

• Inside delivery to three specified locations is required by April 27, 2026, by 2 PM local time.

• Shipping costs must be included in the bid price.

• Vendors are expected to submit invoices within 15 days of job shipping/delivery.

Other / Unclassified

This document appears to be a promotional mailer or cover letter from Marine Corps Opportunities. It includes contact information for Marine Corps Opportunities in Clinton, IA, and a "Presorted Standard U.S. Postage Paid MCRC-M" indication. The mailer also features a message stating "Without you, something is missing" and offers a "choice of free Marine Corps gear" with details inside. Images of potential gear items (earbuds, a t-shirt, and a drawstring bag) are displayed.

This document is not a solicitation, SOW, amendment, or Q&A. It is promotional material offering free merchandise to potential participants or supporters. It does not contain specific requirements, deadlines, or evaluation criteria relevant to a government contracting opportunity. Bidders should not rely on this document for information regarding any specific procurement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Business Reply Mail" card designed for recruiting purposes. It allows individuals to express interest in joining the Marines and to receive promotional items.

• Offer: Expires 7/31/26.
• Promotional Items: Options include Dog Tags, a Duffle Bag, or a T-shirt (with size selection).
• Contact Information: Fields for Cell Number, Email Address, Phone Number, Date of Birth.
• Educational Information: Fields for School Attending, Last Grade Completed, and current enrollment status (High School, 2-Year College, 4-Year College, College Grad).
• Opt-out: A checkbox to decline receiving information via email.
• Privacy Act Statement: States that provided information will be used for recruiting purposes only.
• Contact Methods: Provides a website (MARINES.COM/U26RESPONSIBILITY), a phone number (1.800.MARINES, CODE “U26RESPONSIBILITY”), and a text option (TEXT "UT26RESPONSIBILITY” TO BATTLE (228853)).
• Mailing Address: A business reply mail section addressed to US MARINE CORPS, MARINE CORPS OPPORTUNITIES, PO BOX 2998, CLINTON IA 52733-9930.

This document is not a solicitation or a work statement. It is a recruitment tool. Bidders would not typically interact with this document in the context of responding to a government contract opportunity on SAM.gov. It is a form for potential recruits to fill out.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a promotional flyer for the United States Marine Corps. It features imagery of Marines in uniform and text highlighting the purpose and opportunities within the Marine Corps. It also provides multiple methods for interested individuals to receive more information or incentive items, including scanning a QR code, filling out a card, visiting a website, calling a number, or texting a code.

This document is not a solicitation, SOW, amendment, or Q&A related to a SAM.gov opportunity. It appears to be a recruitment advertisement and is not relevant for bidders responding to a government contract opportunity.