U.S. Postal Service, Headquarters Purchasing, Room 4541, 475 L'Enfant Plaza, SW., Washington, DC 20260-6230

R -- SUPPLIER TO MARKET USPS STATIONARY AND GREETING CARDS. POC Micheal West (202) 268-3433 The United States Postal Service (USPS) is seeking firms to enter into a contractual relationship for the category management of its stationery and greeting card product lines. The firm must have the capability to supply products to a minimum of 26,000 postal locations and the expertise and experience to manage all aspects of research, brand management, product development, packaging, marketing, and visual merchandising. It is estimated that 60% of the effort will be devoted to a standard line of SKUs (similar SKUs with different stamp designs), 20% to a seasonal line and 20% to a promotional line. The design elements of the assortment line will be focused around USPS stamp and corporated heritage images. All product lines will be unique to the USPS. Further, in compliance with USPS policy, all products must be produced in the United States or its territories. USPS mailing services must be used as the courier for all mailing and distribution requirements of the contractual relationship. In addition, also in furtherance of the Postal Services support and policies related to small business, some requirements will be reserved for their participation. Interested firms should provide a statement of their capabilities, with examples of work against similiar requirements, to Michael A. West, USPS, 475 L'Enfant Plaza, Room 4541, Washington, DC 20260-6237. This information must be received by September 4, 1998. Note: At this time no solicitation is available. Posted 08/24/98 (W-SN240990). (0236)

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