Cecilia Arellano
Phone Number:
1 Address
2 Address
3 Address
Description: Quantity: Unit Price: Unit Price Unit Price 4-Page
Newsletter 4 $ 2,920.00 $ 3,809.76 $ 3,115.09
6-Page
Newsletter 5 $ 4,100.00 $ 5,594.38 $5,109.84
32-Page
Rec Guide 3 $ 14,865.00 $ 12,949.07 $ 17,377.54
Subtotal: Subtotal: Subtotal:
Freight: Freight: Freight:
Sales Tax: Sales Tax: Sales Tax:
TOTAL: TOTAL: TOTAL:
City of Diamond Bar
BID /QUOTATION WORKSHEET FORM
Attach Written Bids from Vendors To This Form
Employee Name: Dept./Div.: Community Relations
Extension: Date: 5/12/25
Account Number: 100-240-52110
Description of Item(s) or Service(s): Quantity:
Printing and mailing services for FY26 - five 4-page newsletters, four 6-page newsletters, and three 32-page recreation guides.
Vendor Name Date of Quote Method (email/fax/phone)
DIRECT CONNECTION MAILING 5/6/2025 909-392-2334
1538 E. ARROW HIGHWAY, LA VERNE, CA 91750 Contact: CHRIS HODGMAN INFINITE GRAPHICS, LLC DBA: DAY & NITE 5/5/2025 909-595-1108 20268 CARREY ROAD, WALNUT, CA 91789 Contact: YAMIT RATANJEE THE DOT PRINTER, INC. 5/7/2025
2424 MCGAW AVE., IRVINE, CA 92614 Contact: ERIQ ZAZUETA
BID/QUOTE TABULATION
DIRECT CONNECTION DAY & NITE PRINTING THE DOT PRINTER, INC.
Total: Total: Total:
$ 11,680.00 $ 15,239.04 $ 12,460.36
$ 20,500.00 $ 27,971.90 $ 25,549.20
$ 44,595.00 $ 38,847.21 $ 52,132.62
$ 76,775.00 $ 82,058.15 $ 90,142.18
$ - $ - $ -
$ 76,775.00 $ 82,058.15 $ 90,142.18
Direct Connection FY25-26 City of Diamond Bar Cover Letter Direct Connection Mailing has been operating a print and direct mail production facility in Los Angeles, County since 1990. With a staff of 40 full-time employees Direct Connection provides clients with graphic design, print and direct mail services all from their La Verne production facility. Direct Connection provides services to cities and government agencies including City of Diamond Bar for the past three fiscal years. Direct Connection presents the attached cover letter as a part of their formal bid for FY 25-26.
Vendor
Address
Representative Name
Phone Email
Description Quantity Monthly Price 4 Month Total
4 Page Newsletter 22,500
Sales Tax
Post Office Deliver Fee
Total Cost
Additonal Copies 1,000
Sales Tax
City Hall Delivery Fee
Mailing Services Fee
Total Cost
Description Quantity Monthly Price 5 Month Total
6 Page Newsletter 22,500
Sales Tax
Post Office Deliver Fee
Total Cost
Additonal Copies 1,000
Sales Tax
City Hall Delivery Fee
Mailing Services Fee
Total Cost
CITY NEWSLETTER - 4 PAGE ISSUE
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CITY NEWSLETTER - 6 PAGE ISSUE
Day & Nite Printing
20268 Carrey Rd., Walnut, CA 91789
$2,788.40 $11,153.60
$264.90 $1,059.59
$220.00 $880.00
$3,273.30 $13,093.19
$123.93
$4,348.84 $21,744.20
$413.14 $2,065.70
$220.00 $1,100.00
$4,981.98 $24,909.90
$193.28
Yamit Ratanjee
909.595.1108 [email protected]
$11.77
$50.00
$350.76
$3,809.76
$47.09
$200.00
$1,403.04
$15,239.04
$18.36
$50.00
$350.76
$5,594.38
$966.41
$91.81
$250.00
$1,753.80
$27,971.92
$495.72
Description Quantity Monthly Price 3 Month Total
32 Page Recreation Guide 22,500
Sales Tax
Post Office Deliver Fee
Total Cost
Additonal Copies ,00
Sales Tax
City Hall Delivery Fee
Mailing Services Fee
Total Cost
Annual Grand Total
Description Each/Days
How many proofs included?
Cost for additional proof?
Timeline for delivery to post office
after final approval for newsletter
Total Cost
Representative Signature Date
ADDITIONAL FEES FOR NEWSLETTER
Grand total must include all fees, including additonal copies, sales tax, delivery, and mailing charges.
City of Diamond Bar
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Printing and Mailing of City Newsletter and Recreation Guide Deadline for submissions: DP, 0D\, 202
CITY NEWSLETTER - 32 PAGE ISSUE
$10,779.64 $32,338.92
$1,024.07 $3,072.20
$220.00 $660.00
$12,023.71 $36,071.12
$479.10
$82,058.18
2 proofs/ 1 day
$50
7-10 Business Days
$50
$45.51
$50.00
$350.76
$12,949.07
$1,437.29
$136.54
$150.00
$1,052.28
$38,847.22
5/2/25
City of Diamond Bar
City of Diamond Bar
21810 Copley Drive
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Attn: Cecilia Arellano, Community Relations Manager
RE: Proposal Submission – Printing and Mailing of City Newsletter and Recreation Guide (FY26) 05/07/2025 10:00 AM (PDT)
Cover Letter
Dear Ceceilia Arellano,
The Dot Printer is pleased to submit our proposal in response to the City of Diamond Bar’s Request for Proposals for the printing and mailing of its City Newsletter and Recreation Guide for FY2025-26. With more than 45 years of experience delivering high-quality print, mail, and fulfillment services throughout California, our team is well-equipped to provide dependable, accurate, and cost-effective solutions tailored to your publication needs.
We have extensive experience serving public-sector clients, including cities and state agencies, and we understand the importance of timeliness, and accuracy. Our in-house capabilities span digital and offset printing, full-service bindery, targeted mailing, and logistics—all backed by certifications such as FSC, HITRUST, and FDA registration, ensuring the highest level of quality and compliance.
We have completed the attached bid sheet in accordance with the RFP specifications and are confident in our ability to meet the City’s expectations for quality, cost, and service. Our proposal includes competitive pricing, reliable turnaround times, and a dedicated project team to ensure smooth execution.
We appreciate the opportunity to be considered and welcome any questions or requests for further clarification.
Sincerely,
Eriq Zazueta
Business Development Representative
Vendor
Address
Representative Name
Phone Email
Description Quantity Monthly Price 4 Month Total
4 Page Newsletter 22,500
Sales Tax
Post Office Deliver Fee
Total Cost
Additonal Copies 1,000
Sales Tax
City Hall Delivery Fee
Mailing Services Fee
Total Cost
Description Quantity Monthly Price 5 Month Total
6 Page Newsletter 22,500
Sales Tax
Post Office Deliver Fee
Total Cost
Additonal Copies 1,000
Sales Tax
City Hall Delivery Fee
Mailing Services Fee
Total Cost
CITY NEWSLETTER - 4 PAGE ISSUE
City of Diamond Bar
Request for Proposal - Bid Sheet
Printing and Mailing of City Newsletter and Recreation Guide Deadline for submissions: 10 a.m., May 7, 2025
CITY NEWSLETTER - 6 PAGE ISSUE
Description Quantity Monthly Price 3 Month Total
32 Page Recreation Guide 22,500
Sales Tax
Post Office Deliver Fee
Total Cost
Additonal Copies 3,500
Sales Tax
City Hall Delivery Fee
Mailing Services Fee
Total Cost
Annual Grand Total
Description Each/Days
How many proofs included?
Cost for additional proof?
Timeline for delivery to post office
after final approval for newsletter
Total Cost
Representative Signature Date
ADDITIONAL FEES FOR NEWSLETTER
Grand total must include all fees, including additonal copies, sales tax, delivery, and mailing charges.
City of Diamond Bar
Request for Proposal - Bid Sheet
Printing and Mailing of City Newsletter and Recreation Guide Deadline for submissions: 10 a.m., May 7, 2025
CITY NEWSLETTER - 32 PAGE ISSUE