College of Charleston Printing & Mailing - Admissions Acceptance Packet IFB - 2027-CMW-000000384-IFB-T2 (2026)
College Of CharlestonHigher Ed · Charleston, SC- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Cynthia Washington
- (843) 953-5511
The 30-second brief
The College of Charleston invites bids for printing, mailing, and fulfillment services for admissions acceptance packets, covering a two-year term with quantities of 32,000 units per year. The scope includes printing and supplying admit magnet cards, admit letters, catalog or clasp envelopes, and printed inserts or instructions, along with complete mailing and fulfillment services. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST. Vendors must submit proposals via the ebid procurement platform, complete the SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312, provide professional references from at least three current customers, and note any applicable South Carolina resident vendor or contractor preferences.
Admit Magnet Card (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Letter (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Envelope (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Fulfillment & Mailing (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Magnet Card (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Letter (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Envelope (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000); Fulfillment & Mailing (Year 2)
Price
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Summary
The College of Charleston invites bids for printing, mailing, and fulfillment services for admissions acceptance packets, covering a two-year term with quantities of 32,000 units per year.
The scope includes printing and supplying admit magnet cards, admit letters, catalog or clasp envelopes, and printed inserts or instructions, along with complete mailing and fulfillment services. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST. Vendors must submit proposals via the ebid procurement platform, complete the SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312, provide professional references from at least three current customers, and note any applicable South Carolina resident vendor or contractor preferences.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Admit Magnet Card (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000)
- Admit Letter (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000)
- Admit Envelope (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000)
- Fulfillment & Mailing (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000)
- Magnet Card (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000)
- Admit Letter (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000)
- Admit Envelope (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000)
- Fulfillment & Mailing (Year 2)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312
- Submit to
- https://ebid.cofc.edu
- Scope location
- Charleston, SC
- Reported agency
- College of Charleston
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from College Of Charleston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://ebid.cofc.edu. For questions, contact Cynthia Washington.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including College Of Charleston in SC, 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 IFB 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 Cynthia Washington at (843) 953-5511. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Admit Magnet Card (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Letter (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Envelope (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Fulfillment & Mailing (Year 1) (LOT=32, 000); Magnet Card (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Letter (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000); Admit Envelope (Year 2) (LOT=32, 000); Fulfillment & Mailing (Y. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from College Of Charleston?
All active and historical solicitations from College Of Charleston are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, College Of Charleston 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312. Review the full document from College Of Charleston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Charleston, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.