City of Santa Monica Seascape Newsletter Printer - Bid No. 4525 (2026)
City of Santa MonicaCity · Santa Monica, CA- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Melinda Espinoza
- (424) 291-0588
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Monica is seeking bids for the printing and mailing of the spring and fall Seascape newsletter for the City Manager's Office. The project requires printing approximately 16-page booklets on 8.5"x11", 28 lb uncoated 100% recycled paper with bleed, to be mailed to roughly 62,250 households across eleven zip codes in Santa Monica twice a year through October 2030. Additional requirements include delivering 1,000 English and 500 Spanish copies to City Hall, and creating ADA WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliant PDF flipbooks in English and Spanish. Bids are due by December 2, 2026, with questions due by November 12, 2026.
Price, References
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Summary
The City of Santa Monica is seeking bids for the printing and mailing of the spring and fall Seascape newsletter for the City Manager's Office.
The project requires printing approximately 16-page booklets on 8.5"x11", 28 lb uncoated 100% recycled paper with bleed, to be mailed to roughly 62,250 households across eleven zip codes in Santa Monica twice a year through October 2030. Additional requirements include delivering 1,000 English and 500 Spanish copies to City Hall, and creating ADA WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliant PDF flipbooks in English and Spanish. Bids are due by December 2, 2026, with questions due by November 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Addenda if issued
- Oaks Initiative Disclosure Form
- Levine Act Disclosure Form
- Experience Statement
- List of Sub-Contractors
- Living Wage Certification
- Certificate of Compliance
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Non-Discrimination Policy Acknowledgment
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santa-monica-ca/projects/302805
- Scope location
- Santa Monica, CA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Santa Monica?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santa-monica-ca/projects/302805. For questions, contact Melinda Espinoza.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Monica in CA, 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 Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
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 Melinda Espinoza at (424) 291-0588. 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: "Price, References" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Monica?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Santa Monica are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Santa Monica regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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 Bid?
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: Addenda if issued, Oaks Initiative Disclosure Form, Levine Act Disclosure Form, Experience Statement, List of Sub-Contractors, Living Wage Certification, Certificate of Compliance, Certification Regar. Review the full document from City of Santa Monica for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Monica, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.