City of Joplin - Printing Of Route 66 Centennial Map - 2027-RFP-04 (2026)
City of JoplinCity · Joplin, MO- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Patrick Tuttle
- (417) 625-4789
The 30-second brief
The City of Joplin is requesting proposals for offset printing and folding of 50,000 copies of the Route 66 Centennial Map under solicitation 2027-RFP-04. The project requires white 80 lb. text gloss paper, 24" wide by 18" tall trim size with .125 bleed, folded to 4"x9", printed 4-color front and back with gloss aqueous coating. Delivery is split among three locations: Visit Joplin in Joplin, Missouri (30,000 copies), Visit Miami in Miami, Oklahoma (10,000 copies), and Baxter Springs Heritage Center & Museum in Baxter Springs, Kansas (10,000 copies). Submissions are due by noon on November 10, 2026, and must include pricing, shipping costs, delivery timeline, and 2-3 samples of similar completed projects.
Printing cost (50,000) 50%, Shipping Cost 30%, Timeline from receiving proof approval to delivery 15%, Samples provided 5%
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Summary
The City of Joplin is requesting proposals for offset printing and folding of 50,000 copies of the Route 66 Centennial Map under solicitation 2027-RFP-04.
The project requires white 80 lb. text gloss paper, 24" wide by 18" tall trim size with .125 bleed, folded to 4"x9", printed 4-color front and back with gloss aqueous coating. Delivery is split among three locations: Visit Joplin in Joplin, Missouri (30,000 copies), Visit Miami in Miami, Oklahoma (10,000 copies), and Baxter Springs Heritage Center & Museum in Baxter Springs, Kansas (10,000 copies). Submissions are due by noon on November 10, 2026, and must include pricing, shipping costs, delivery timeline, and 2-3 samples of similar completed projects.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Printing cost (50,000) 50%
- Shipping Cost 30%
- Timeline from receiving proof approval to delivery 15%
- Samples provided 5%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Printing Costs
- Delivery and Handling Costs
- Timeline from receiving proof approval to delivery
- 2-3 samples of similar projects
- Submit to
- City of Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau 602 S. Main Street Joplin, MO 64801
- Scope location
- Joplin, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Joplin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau 602 S. Main Street Joplin, MO 64801. For questions, contact Patrick Tuttle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Joplin in MO, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Patrick Tuttle at (417) 625-4789. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Printing cost (50,000) 50%, Shipping Cost 30%, Timeline from receiving proof approval to delivery 15%, Samples provided 5%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Printing Costs, Delivery and Handling Costs, Timeline from receiving proof approval to delivery, 2-3 samples of similar projects. Review the full document from City of Joplin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Joplin, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.