Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure printing and related services for the production of the Shareholders Compact Report Printout for the Nelson Mandela Museum. The goal is to produce a high-quality, full-colour printed report that accurately reflects the museum's branding and artwork, in both printed and digital formats, to support the museum's mandate of preserving and promoting Nelson Mandela's legacy.

Scope

The scope includes the design, layout, printing, and binding of the Shareholders Compact Report, approximately 230 pages plus cover, in A4 size. The report will be printed in full colour on specified paper weights (Gloss 250 gsm for cover, Gloss 115 gsm for inside pages), with artwork included in the design. Two printed copies, a Word soft copy, and a PDF version are required. The project involves printing, cutting, binding, and delivery within the specified timeframe.

Technical Requirements

• Print approximately 230 pages plus cover in A4 size.
• Full colour printing on both sides for inside pages (Gloss 115 gsm) and full colour on the cover (Gloss 250 gsm).
• Design and layout services included, with one artwork.
• Finishing to include cutting and perfect binding.
• Print quantity: 2 copies, plus a soft Word version and a PDF version.
• Delivery to be completed by the specified deadline.

Skills Requirements

• Proven experience in high-quality colour printing and binding of large documents.
• Ability to design and layout complex reports with artwork integration.
• Capacity to manage printing, finishing, and binding processes efficiently.
• Knowledge of colour management and print quality standards.
• Experience in working with heritage or institutional reports is advantageous.