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Printing and Mailing of Diplomas, Certificates, and Diploma Covers

Overview


Events, Printing & Promotional Goods
Sacramento, California, United StatesPosted: September 25, 2026Deadline: November 7, 2026

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SUMMARY


A Sacramento government authority seeks a vendor for the five-year printing and mailing of diplomas, certificates, and diploma covers. Required specifications include archival-quality paper, raised black thermography, an offset watermark, and two gold engraved seals.

KEY REQUIREMENTS


CONTRACT DURATION


96 months

TIMELINE


Proposal Posting: September 22nd, 2026

Last Day for Submission of Questions: October 18th, 2026

University Response to Questions: October 22nd, 2026

Deadline for Receipt of Proposals: November 7th, 2026

Deadline for Receipt of Product Samples: November 13th, 2026

Notice of Intent to Award: January 2027

Contract Award: February 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE


October 18, 2026

CONTACTS


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Issuing Agency


California State University, Sacramento

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DESCRIPTION


A government authority in Sacramento, California is seeking a vendor to provide printing and mailing services for diplomas, certificates, and diploma covers under a five-year contract.

Diplomas and certificates will be 8.5 by 11 inches and printed on archival-quality, acid-free paper in Para Ivory color number 70. The masthead and body text must use black raised thermography, with an offset-printed watermark and two gold engraved and burnished seals. Inks must be rich, non-fading black and match or harmonize with the required design.

All questions must be submitted by October 18, 2026, and proposals are due November 7, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions


When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due November 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 18, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by California State University, Sacramento. The work is located in Sacramento, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
  • Commercial printing company experienced in diplomas, certificates, and formal credentials
  • Expertise in archival-quality paper, thermography, watermarking, and engraved or burnished seals
  • Capable of secure, accurate mailing and fulfillment at institutional scale
  • Experience serving government agencies, educational institutions, or other public-sector clients
  • Able to support a five-year service contract

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