Request for Quotation (RFQ) to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Printing Services

New amendment added #2: Dear Potenital BiddersPlease be aware the following documents have been updated: Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms V.03.docxAdditionally, the deadline has been extended.The changes may be identified in blue.Kind regards

New clarification added: Dear Potenital BiddersPlease be aware of the following clarifications: Clarification 16- A1 – Where should we deliver the printed materials?Generally, we can deliver worldwide, but prices will vary much depending on country, transport method and print run.So therefore, in the prices we must provide:Should we include delivery to a specific destination in Denmark or another country?orShould our prices be Ex Works (EXW)?Answer 16- The price should include delivery within Denmark, Switzerland and FCA to nearest airport in case a delivery to other country is neededClarification 17- B2 – Where should we deliver the physical dummies?Generally, we can deliver worldwide, but prices will vary much depending on country, transportation method and print runSo therefore, in the prices we must provide:Should we include delivery to a specific destination in Denmark or another country?orShould our prices be Ex Works (EXW)?Answer 17- The price should include delivery within Denmark, Switzerland and FCA to nearest airport in case a delivery to other country is neededClarification 18- H2 – The price of printed tasks can be very different whether it is in portrait or landscape format.Can we receive the print-ready files now for all relevant jobs, so that we can see whether a job is in portrait or landscape format for the correct price?orCan UNOPS accurately describe under each task whether it is portrait- or landscape format, for calculation of correct prices?Answer 18- As stated previously, the orientation and format will be clearly specified when the print-ready files are provided. The bidders should include in their offer a price that may include any orientation.Clarification 19- Item no 7 – NotepadWe would still like to know what needs to be perforated, for calculation of correct prices?Answer 19- All pages, including the cover and inlay, must be perforated to accommodate the wire-o/spiral binding.Clarification 20- Item no 8 – NotebookWe would still like to know what needs to be perforated, for calculation of correct prices?Answer 20- All pages, including the cover and inlay, must be perforated to accommodate the wire-o/spiral binding.Clarification 21- Item no 9 – Roll up bannerShould it be a one-sided or double-sided banner, for calculation of correct prices?Answer 21- The applicable option will depend on the requirements of the project at the time. Therefore, please submit pricing for both options.Clarification 22- Item no 10 – PosterUNOPS writes that prices are needed in both B1 and B2 formatThere is only one row in the form for submitting prices, will UNOPS expand the price form to both B1 and B2 format?Answer 22- An amendment will be uploaded to include both formatsClarification 23- Will UNOPS consider extending the bid deadline to Thursday, June 25 at 4:00 PM.Answer 23- The deadline will be extended.Kind regards

New amendment added #1: Dear Potenital BiddersPlease be aware the following documents have been updated: Section II_Schedules of Requirements V.02.docxSection III_Returnable Bidding Forms V.02.docxAdditionally, the deadline has been extended.The changes may be identified in blue.Kind regards

New clarification added: Dear Potenital BiddersPlease be aware of the following clarifications: Clarification 1- A - Where should we deliver the printed materials?Answer 1- Delivery may be required worldwide.Clarification 2- B - Where should the physical dummy be delivered?Answer 2- Delivery may be required worldwide.Clarification 3- C - Can the physical sample consist of loose pages of printed materials, or must it include bookbinding?Answer 3- It can be both, depending on the project need at that time; loose pages in case of print quality samples or if the product requires it, bound otherwise.Clarification 4- D - Can the physical sample be digitally printed, even if the print run, for example, will be offset printed?Answer 4- This will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, depending on the project requirements.Clarification 5- E - Will we receive print-ready PDF files, or does layout and prepres need to be done?Answer 5- print-ready PDF filesClarification 6- F - Will we receive only the printed materials mentioned in the tender, or are there more printed materials/tasks which we will receive inquiries on later in the contract period?Answer 6- Most requirements are covered by the listed printed materials, but additional items or tasks may be added during the contract period.Clarification 7- G - For the smaller print runs, the printed materials do not fill an entire pallet but may be in a few boxes; are we allowed to deliver by parcel post, or MUST everything be delivered on pallets as described?Answer 7- Parcel posts, pouches, boxes, pallets--all to be chosen after discussing the project needs, budgets, etc., to achieve the most time-friendly, budget-friendly, sustainable solution.Clarification 8- H - Can it be confirmed that the stated formats are in width x height? That is, for example, that report 1 is in portrait format?Answer 8- Yes, the stated formats are given as width × height. However, the orientation and format will be clearly specified when the print-ready files are provided.Clarification 9- Questions related to the products in Form B: Price Schedule Form:Item no. 1. ReportUNOPS writes “Perfect binding with 4 ceasing lines” and for 2. Catalogue UNOPS writes “Square back binding”. Will UNOPS clarify the difference?Answer 9- 1) A perfect binding with "4 creasing lines" (also known as a 4-score cover) features two parallel creases on both the front and back covers. These creases form the hinges (or joints) of the book, allowing the softcover wrap to open smoothly without snapping the spine's glue line. 2) Square back binding (also known as square edge or square spine) is an innovative finishing method that upgrades standard saddle-stitched (stapled) booklets to look just like expensive perfect-bound books. It creates a flat, professional spine ideal for adding printed titles and preventing booklets from springing. Note: The specifications provided reflect standard printing and binding terminology. It is expected that professional printing suppliers are familiar with the differences between these binding methods.Clarification 10- tem no 7. NotepadIs the print the same on all content pages?What needs to be perforated?All content pages along the spine, for example?On which edge should the wire-o be placed - at the top or on the left side?Answer 10- In most cases, all content pages will have the same print. However, this may vary depending on the specific project requirements.The performation is generally inteneded for the binding.The placement of the wire-o (top or left) will depend on the specific use case and will be inditcated when the print-ready files are provided.Note: Regarding the question 'All content pages along the spine', It was not mentioned in the ToR for this product.Clarification 11- Item no 8. NotebookIs the print the same on all content pages?What needs to be perforated - all content pages along the spine, for example?On which edge should the wire-o be placed - at the top or on the left side?Answer 11- In most cases, all content pages will have the same print. However, this may vary depending on the specific project requirements.The performation is generally inteneded for the binding.The placement of the wire-o (top or left) will depend on the specific use case and will be inditcated when the print-ready files are provided.Note: Regarding the question 'All content pages along the spine', It was not mentioned in the ToR for this product.Clarification 12- Item no. 10. PosterDo we agree that format B1 = 70.7 x 100 cm?UNOPS writes both B1 and B2 format – which format should we provide prices in?Answer 12- we need prices for both formatsClarification 13- Item no. 11. FolderIt says 4+0 CMYK, but it also says Pantone 2192, can UNOPS clarify how many colors should be printed: 4+0 CMYK, 1+0 Pantone 2192, or maybe 5+0: CMYK + Pantone 2192?It is described existing cutting die, can UNOPS confirm that UNOPS deliver the cutting die form?Which “protective coating” want UNOPS - lamination, water-based varnish, or?And if lamination, in that case which lamination: soft touch, matte, glossy?Answer 13- 1) Colour specification: Please follow the colour setup contained in the supplied artwork file. Some folder designs are prepared in CMYK only, while others may include Pantone spot colours. The final colour specification should therefore be based on the individual artwork provided for production.2) Cutting die: UNOPS will provide the existing die-line/template file used for the folder artwork. UNOPS does not provide a physical cutting die or production tooling. The printer should use the supplied die-line file to prepare any tooling required for production.3) Protective coating: The type of protective coating or lamination may vary depending on the individual folder design and production requirements. Where not otherwise specified in the artwork or production brief, the printer may propose the most suitable finishing option for approval.Clarification 14- Item no. 13. Slip padIs the print the same on all content pages?Answer 14- Yes, it is same for all content pagesClarification 15- Item no. 14. Desktop calendarIt is described 14 pages and 8 sheets. Should it be 14 pages = 7 sheets, or should it be 16 pages = 8 sheets?What should be perforated? - All content sheets along the spine, for example?On which edge should the wire-o be placed - at the top or on the left side?Answer 15- It is a typo, the page number should be 28 pages (14 sheets) An amended document will be iploaded shortly.The performation is generally inteneded for the wire-o binding.The placement of the wire-o (top or left) will depend on the specific use case and will be inditcated when the print-ready files are provided.Regarding the question 'All content pages along the spine', It was not mentioned in the ToR for this product.Kind regards