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Home My WebLink AboutRESPONSE - FAX QUOTE - GRAPHIC DESIGN SERVICES WINNING VENDOR TREEHOUSEAPR-11-2003 FRI 11:38 AN BURNS/ ESA FAX N0, 970 223 4456 P. 01 BURNS MARKEnNc coMAUWATMS David Carey, CPM Buyer City of Fort Collins Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to review Burns Marketing Communications proposal for graphic design services —all designed to provide maximum exposure and return on investment for SmartTrips. We have worked with SmartTrips over the years and would enjoy continuing that relationships So why partner with Bums Marketing Commis d atbw • We are a mid -sized agency staffed with 23 full-time, dedicated project experts resulting in maximum impact. • we are small and agile enough for rapid deployment, yet large enough to get the job done. + We are a full -service agency leveraging all strategic and tactical elements from planning and concept to graphic design and metrics to overall project coordination and final delivery. • We utilize "tum-on-a-dune" project procedures to deliver maximum RO1 and meet stringent deadlines. • We have a solid reputation for superior customer service, reliability and attention to detail. The bottom line - with Owns Marketing Communications, you get excellent, measurabte results - on time and on budgetl I look forward to hearing from you in the near future, and please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any additional questions. Sincerely, LaaurierSteele, Director of Client Services Bums Marketing Communications 363V6W once Fan CaK COeoe2s 970-223. = faxg7 Z044M Bums Marketing com umcOWN APR-11-2003 FRI 11:38 AM BURNS/ ESA FAX NO, 970 223 4456 P. 02 April 11, 2003 BURNS MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS PROPOSED STATEMENT OF WORK Proposed Hourly Rate: $85 (discounted from our standard $135 hourly rate) Includes: creative development, graphic design, layout, production, multi -media development, and coordination with media, print vendors, etc. as per RFP EXCEPTION: We meet all of your criteria with one exception: We use Macintosh computers for all of our design work. We use InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, but we are a Mac shop. This can indeed present problems With fonts if files are transferred between PCs and Macs. While we have many PCs for office and business uses, we do not design on them, but are happy to provide Mac files if you desire. David, we are confident we can fulfill all your expectations and look forward to working at any or all Of your projects. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments about this proposal or any other matter. We look forward to hearing from you soonl Acceptance of Proposal Resin, ested 6y; David Carey, City of Fort Collins Proied: Graphic Design services Your signature on this proposal authcrrizos Bums Marketing Communications to Complete the above scope of work for the proposed fee. *X'�' k&' Laurie Steele David Carey Bums Marketing Communications City of Fort Collins Data Date 0 Page 2 APR-11-2003 FRI 11:39 AM BURNS/ ESA FAX NO. 970 223 4456 P. 03 Delivering a full spectrum of services, including strategic marketing and public relations campaigns, creative design and copy, interactive websites and CD-ROM presentations, Burns Marketing offers the best in creativity, technology and talent. Period. We can help you strategically frame your message, convey it directly to your target audience and generate bottom line results. A Full -Service Marketing Firm Burns Marketing Communications Marketing Services • Strategy and Planning • Marketing Consultation • Primary and Secondary Research Public Relations • Special Event Planning and Implementation • Press Conference Planning and Facilitation • Feature Stories and Press Releases • Crisis Communications and Management • Media Distribution and Follow-up • Newsletter Concept and Development • Education and Awareness Advertising and Branding • Media Planning and Placement • Print Advertising • Direct Mail Campaigns • Radio Scripting and Promotion • Television and Electronic Media • Sales Promotions and Specialty Advertising • Sales Presentations • Web and Internet Campaigns • Trade Show Displays and Materials • Telemarketing Campaigns Creative Services • Development of Corporate Identity • Concept, Design and Layout • Original and Technical Illustration • Copywriting and Editing • Technical Writing • Scripting and Storyboarding • State -of -the -Art Mac and PC technology Customized Event Planning • Complete Project Management • Strategic Planning and ConSul''ation • Themes and Graphic Design • Marketing and Promotional Collateral Creative. Development Design h Collateral Dire_t Mark&ti❑l, • Internet Marketing, Promotions and Registration • Speaker Content Collection, Editing and Printing • Interactive Presentations (CD -Rom, PowerPoint. Video, etc. • On -site Coordination (staging, signage, etc.) Interactive Media • Website Design and Development • Integrated Online Marketing Strategy and Services • Business -to -Business Integration, Automation and E-commerce - CD-ROM, DVD, 2D and 3D Animation Techniques • Automated Content Administration and Site Personalization • Hosting Solutions and Architecture Planning Customer Relationship Management • Web -based Customer Registration Systems • Complete Event Administration Tools • Call Center Management Applications • Dynamic Messaging Systems for Communicating with Qualified Sales Leads • Secure, Online Virtual Office Applications • Web -based Customer Submission Systems and Content Management Software • Process Integration Solutions • One -touch, Quick -turn Customer Support For more information on how our full -spectrum of marketing services can increase your bottom -line, we invite you to take a tour of our interactive CD-ROM presentation. To request a copy, give us a call today at 970.223.4060 or visit our website at www.burnsmarketing.com. Public Relations Interactive Technologies Sales Promotions APR-11-2003 FRI 11:39 AM BURNS/ ESA FAX NO. 970 223 4456 P. 04 APR-BI-03 TUE 03:66 PM C1TVFT COLLINS, PURCHAS FAX NO, 970 2216707 P.01/02 Admirdstraldve Services Purchasing Division Vendor Name:]&Y YLS Date: April 1, 2003 Ref #: Graphic Design Services THIS IS A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION -- NOT AN ORDER The City of Fort Collins Transportation Department is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide Graphic Design Services, as required, for various marketing programs. The objective is to have a pre - approved outside source available for projects that exceed in-house capacity and/or capabilities. Please supply hourly rate and ability to meet or exceed the below referenced specifications. Respond by 3:00 p.m. on April 11, 2003 via FAX to: David Carey, C.P.M. Buyer FAX: 1970) 221-6707 Any questions regarding this inquiry should be directed to David Carey @ 1970) 416-2191. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all quotes. Graphic Designer Specifications ON Qf EOrt Calling Sm i TM • Use a PC computer only for our projects (Because of difficulties in translation we've experienced in the past, no Macintosh computers should be used for our projects) • Expertise in various programs: PC version of In Design 2.0 PC version of Illustrator 10 PC version of Photoshop 6.0 Creative development ■ Graphic design (layout and paste-up) Work within budget parameters • Ability to do press checks Multi -media development (radio copy, television scripting, power point presentations, etc.) • Artwork delivered to us or directly to the printer • All work put on CDs for cur files; access to the materials when finished. • Product to be compatible with Windows XP. • Ability to do small jobs as well as large jobs. • Coordination with printers for bids and delivery, when needed. At times, we will work with printers but we would like this graphic designer to be able tin do this also. • No up charge for working with printers. We will pay hourly for the work, but do not want the graphic designer to place an up charge on the printer bids received. • All artwork needs a signoff by the project manager before it goes to printer. Page 1 of 2 215 North Mason Street • Znd Floor # P.O. Box 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 • (970) 221-6775 • FAX (97D) Z31-6707 APR-11-2003 FRI 11:40 AM BURNS/ ESA FAX NO. 970 223 4456 P. 05 APR-01-03 TU1; 03:56 PM CITY/FT COLLINS, PURCHAS FAX NO. 970 2216707 P.02/02 Administrative Services Purchasing Division Typos of jobs that might be asked inolude, but are not limited to: • Campaigns from start to finish with brochures, posters, flyers, advertising, etc. Newspaper advertising Direct mail places • Brochures • Posters • Flyers • Point of Purchase advertising • Radio and TV advertising - Hourly Rate: (45K GU ,4 M Services bid meet or exceed the a ove s0ocifications without exception. es Na If not, please list exceptions on a soparate sheet and attach to your bid.- NOTE: First year award will cover projects for calendar year 2003. At the option of the City, the award may be extended for additional one-year periods not to exceed two (2) additional one-year periods. Written notice of renewal shall be provided to the Service Provider and mailed no later than thirty (30) days prior to contract end. Vendor Name: 'k Y_OLS kg J Address: _ gt92 'DY Telephone FAX Respondent Name: L&j Lirl e.%PATitle: �Y C (PI ass int) By' _ Pate: (S' nat e) '— Page 2 of 2 215 North Mason Street • 2nd Floor • PO. Box 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 • (970) 221-6775 • FAX (970) 221-6707