Specifications include, but are not limited to: A.Firms that are added to LACERS list of qualified contractors at the end of the RFP process must be able to provide one or moreof the following:1)Production of printed materials.2)Materials preparation, such as fulfilling mailers that include several pieces or preparing mailers for handling by the City’s Mailing Services Unit or the United States Postal Service.3)Processing data, such as address cleansing and customer segmentation.4)Website services, such as the generation of content, photography, and design elements.5)Graphic design services, including mapping, digital or traditional renderings, technical illustrations, digital animations, 3D modeling, print and production design, production coordination, signage, and project collateral (banners, brochures, posters, presentations, cards and other promotional items). Services must be provided at a level consistent with professional graphic design standards.B.Selected firms must be able to fully communicate and display projects electronically for LACERS’ review. Selected firms must supply LACERS with digital copies of all completed projects for LACERS records and/or online distribution (for example, a final PDF version of a brochure).C.Each project must be handled individually in an agreed upon manner via an initial creative brief, including estimates that define the services, associated costs, and project parameters, including timelines for completion.Full-service firms may receive only one portion of a project depending on LACERS needs.For example, a firm that handles both printing and mailing may only handle the mailing aspect of a project, and the printing phase may be turned over to another firm or the City’s print shop.D.All material becomes propertyof LACERS.E.Firm shall meet and communicate with LACERS staff regularly and upon request.
