Specifications include, but are not limited to: a. Graphics must be produced in an electronic format that can be easily modified by TSU as necessary. The design must be adaptable for use in the production of print, web and social media content, posters, flyers, and merchandise (i.e. t-shirts). The design must also be capable of reproduction in different sizes (i.e. handbills, 81⁄2 x 11, and 11 x 17) and in both color and black and white. The successful candidate will also assist with layout for the additional written materials (written content to be provided by TSU), including but not limited to logos, annual reports, conference program guides, brochures and fact sheets, drawings. b. Any contract resulting from this RFP shall be strictly on an "AS NEEDED” basis. TSU spends approximately $100,000 annually for graphic design services, however; no minimum number of projects or spend can or will be guaranteed by TSU. The awarded proposer shall be paid only for the services authorized and approved in writing by the authorized TSU representative. c. Awarded proposer shall use the TSU quote information form when pricing each individual job. A completed quote shall be returned to TSU within one (1) business day. The completed vendor quote shall state all information that is provided on the TSU quote information form. d. Texas Southern University will own all rights to any graphic design artwork associated to the University. The awarded proposer must protect the Texas Southern University brand. Electronic files of any artwork design must be supported on Apple OSX Macintosh computer system for the various departments in Adobe CC2014. The University’s core PMS colors are MAROON 209 and GREY 429 for spot color jobs. e. Projects are needed throughout the year on an ongoing basis for various University Departments. Each job shall be completed and delivered within five (5) to (7) seven business days of receipt of project details. If this is not possible for a particular project, the awarded proposer shall provide the user department with the proposed delivery turnaround time, in writing. The user department, in return, shall provide written approval if the proposed date is approved. f. Total production pricing, including hourly rate, shall be included in each quote. g. Any deviations from these specifications shall clearly be communicated for approval, in writing, within one (1) business day of receipt of an individual job quote request.
