Recreation Guide Printing Services

The City of El Cajon is seeking a qualified printer to produce and deliver its quarterly Recreation Guide for the Parks & Recreation Department. The guide is a 40‑page, 8 ⅜” × 10 ¾” brochure printed on specified paper stock with UV‑coated cover and saddle‑stitched binding. The contract covers four issues per year (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) with varying copy totals and requires delivery to two post offices and City Hall, all printing to be performed within San Diego County. The award will be a firm‑fixed‑price contract for an initial one‑year term with up to four one‑year renewal options. • Print 46,000 copies each for Spring & Fall issues and 18,000 copies each for Summer & Winter issues (total 128,000 copies per year). • Paper must contain at least 30 % post‑consumer recycled content and be recyclable per FTC “Green Guides”. • Vendor must provide pre‑press checks, a blue‑line proof, and handle bundling and delivery logistics as specified. • All work must be performed inside San Diego County; insurance (liability, workers’ comp, auto) must name the City as additional insured. • No paper quotes accepted; submission is electronic via PlanetBids by August 17 2026.