Why does WSDOT have an in-plant printing function?
The Department of Transportation's printing department's primary responsibility is to the printing and assembly of contract plans and special provisions for the scheduled construction projects. WSDOT printing staff is very familiar with the format and content of contract plans and specials provisions; therefore, they act as a quality control for WSDOT contracts. Printing Services also serves as the distribution and order tracking facility for all construction project documents. In addition to the contract documents Printing Services produces legislative and budget documents, technical manuals, training and communication material and other transportation related material in support of WSDOT's mission.
How much do you charge?
Printing Services operates on a cost recovery system. The rates are developed to cover all expenses and reviewed annually. The large volume of copies produced in-house allows us to offer the department a very low per copy price. For a copy of our current services and prices please see our current price list. For a specific project price quote please contact our office at 360 705 7840.
Is there a minimum charge?
Yes. There is a $3.50 minimum for every order processed to cover the administrative costs of processing and billing.
How do I pay for my printing?
All WSDOT printing orders are charged directly to your work order at the end of each month. When you complete the Printing Services Request you will need your work order, group, work op, control section (if applicable) and organization code. Outside customers establish an account and are billed once a month. Printing Services cannot accept cash as payment for services.
Who can use WSDOT's printing services?
Any WSDOT employee, or office, may request our services by completing a Printing Services Request form. Many of our services are also available to consultants and contractors working with WSDOT, and to state, city and county government offices.
What type of material won't you print?
• Black and white copies for state, city and county offices
• Non-transportation related material for WSDOT employees and offices
• Large projects that is more economical to have completed through the Department of Printing
• Projects that are an unethical use of state resources
How long will my job take?
Each project is unique, but on average jobs are completed within one to two days, with many completed the same day. Larger, more complex jobs such as the engineering technical manuals may require longer delivery times. Contact Printing Services to check delivery time on your individual project.
How do you set priorities?
All of our customers' jobs and deadlines are important. We take pride in meeting our customers' needs; last year we averaged 96% on-time delivery to our customers. When necessary priorities are assigned in the following order:
- highway construction project advertising documents
- legislative material
- commission and public comment material
- budget and program management documents
- scheduled training and other dated material
- engineering technical manuals
Who do I contact to schedule my project?
Contact Deb Webb or our receptionist to schedule your individual project.
Can I send my job electronically?
Yes. Printing Services has several copiers that are networked and available to anyone within the WSDOT network. We have two digital black and white copiers, a high speed color copier, a 36" wide color printer and a 36" wide black and white copier that are available for you to print your project directly to. For assistance connecting to any of Printing Services equipment, contact your IT support or contact Printing Services directly at 360 705 7840.
What alternatives to using WSDOT's printing facility do I have?
RCW 43.78 requires all printing must be requested through WSDOT's printing facility, the Department of Printing or through the copy service contract administered by the Department of Printing. The copy service contract is available only to offices outside of Thurston County. Visit Chapter Five of the Purchasing Manual (link to the Purchasing Manual) for more information on the rules for purchasing printing.
Where are you located?
Printing Services is located in the "B" wing on the service level of the headquarters building in Olympia.