REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, Production Editor

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, Production Editor

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, Production Editor

Mid-Canada AOAC
Closing Date: October 15, 2017
Start Date: October 25, 2017

Goals of the Mid-Canada AOAC Newsletter (Formula)

The Formula is one of the communication tools for Mid-Canada AOAC, and is meant to serve the following functions:

  • Provide the membership with valuable information regarding the Mid-Canada AOAC on-going and future activities
  • Serve as a forum where members can share relevant knowledge, insights and experiences with their colleagues
  • Act as a promotional tool to attract new members
  • Generate income for the Mid-Canada AOAC through advertisements

    Responsibilities of the Production Editor

Preparation

The Production Editor is responsible for:

  • Receiving contributions for each issue of the Formula, including the President’s Message and the Editorial
  • Making appropriate editorial changes to the contributions
  • Maintaining on-going liaison with the Mid-Canada AOAC Board of Directors.
  • Soliciting and receiving advertisements

The Production Editor has the right to make editorial changes and to e-publish/print all material received except for material that is contrary to the mandate or the objectives of Mid-Canada AOAC.

Layout and Format of the Formula

 

  • The Formula is published in 8.5” X 11” format and is published in colour
  • Each issue of the Formula shall consist of at least sixteen 8.5” X 11” pages excluding cover pages. This means there shall be at least thirty two pages of material including advertisements
  • The Production Editor is responsible for the layout, formatting and compiling of the material including the advertisements
  • Creating an electronic/print ready file from which printers can print the copies of the Formula

Distribution

The Production Editor will assist in coordinating online or mail-out preparations.

Advertising Revenue

The Proponent shall propose an advertising revenue sharing formula and will factor the income from advertisements into the quote submitted to MID-CANADA AOAC

  • The Production Editor is responsible for contacting advertisers and collecting the revenue
  • At the end of the calendar year the Production Editor is required to submit to the Treasurer an itemized statement of advertisement revenues received

Qualifications

  • Excellent knowledge of English and demonstrated superior writing skills is prerequisite
  • The experience working with professional organizations and publishing scientific content will be an asset

    Financial Proposal by Mid-Canada AOAC

The proponent shall receive $250 per issue. Currently 2 issues per year. The Proponent will receive portion of the advertising revenue

Length of contract

Initial contract

The length of the contract with the MID-CANADA AOAC is for a period of one (1) year. Proposals should clearly indicate exact start/end dates meeting this length of time.

Renewal

The MID-CANADA AOAC may renew the contract once for an additional two (2) years at its discretion.

Cancellation

Either the MID-CANADA AOAC or the contractor may cancel the contract at any time with ninety (90) days written notice.

All proposals should be submitted to the MID-CANADA AOAC by October 20, 2017 to:

PO Box 46091 Westdale PO
6670 Roblin Blvd
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3R 3S3

204 202.9480

president@midcanadaaoac.org

Any questions requiring clarification should be submitted in writing to the Mid-Canada AOAC in a timely manner so that a response can be provided to all proponents. The proponent’s response will be shared with an evaluation committee representing the MID-CANADA AOAC

Evaluation Criteria

Performance Capability – The demonstrated ability to provide the depth and breadth of

experience, skills, knowledge and creativity generally required for this work.