Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. State-of-the art equipment shall be used to ensure accuracy and high-quality printed materials. B. The pre-press process shall include straightforward file management. C. There shall be no off folds, misplaced staples, or unaligned cross-overs. D. Provide the estimated lead time between file upload and delivery of the Eastern Magazine and indicate if the following delivery dates can be met. i. 2022 Approximate Files to Contractor Dates: (a) Spring/Summer: May 24, 2022 (b) Fall/Winter: November 7, 2022 ii. 2022 Approximate Mail Dates: (a) Spring/Summer: June 10, 2022 (b) Fall/Winter: November 28, 2022 2. Technical Specifications A. Quantity: 80,000 per Issue B. Finish Size: 9” x 10-7/8” C. Number of Pages: 40, 48 plus cover D. Artwork/Files Preparation: PDF/X, 1a E. Mail Files: CASS certified list supplied via emailed Excel file F. Proofs: 4-color digital color-match proofs required G. Stock Cover: 100#, Matte, Influence Matte, 19” H. Stock Text: 80#, Influence Matte, 37” I. Ink Cover: 4 / 4 bleeds all sides J. Text: 4 / 4 process, no bleeds K. Bindery / Finishing: Saddle stitched, in-line ink jet address L. Note: Alternate stock may be included in the Proposal and be considered by EWU.
