For state and local agencies, consultants, and contractors seeking reliable and efficient Local Printing Services, WSDOT’s Printing and Digitization Services (PaDS) offers a comprehensive suite of solutions. We specialize in high-quality printing, digitization, and duplication tailored to meet the unique needs of government and affiliated organizations.
WSDOT PaDS is primarily responsible for the meticulous printing and assembly of contract plans and special provisions for scheduled construction projects. Our team possesses in-depth knowledge of the specific formatting and content requirements for these critical documents, effectively acting as a quality control checkpoint for WSDOT contracts. Beyond contract documents, we serve as the central hub for distribution and order tracking for all construction project materials. Our capabilities extend to producing a wide array of essential materials, including legislative and budget documents, technical manuals, training guides, communication materials, and various other transportation-related documents that support WSDOT’s core mission.
Explore Our Comprehensive Service Offerings
We provide a diverse range of local printing services and digitization solutions under one roof:
High-Capacity Scanning Services
Our advanced scanning technology can handle projects of any scale:
- Color and Black & White Scanning: Preserve your documents in vibrant color or crisp black and white.
- Single and Double-Sided Scanning: Efficiently digitize all types of documents, from single sheets to complex two-sided materials.
- Versatile Media Handling: We can scan everything from small items like sticky notes and business cards to photographs.
- Large Format Scanning: Digitize large documents up to 36 inches wide, in both color and black & white.
- Variable Resolution Options: Scanning resolutions are customizable, including settings optimized for ECM archiving and OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for text-searchable files.
- Convenient Document Handling: We accept document delivery and can securely store multiple boxes during the scanning process.
- Flexible Document Return: We can return hard copies to you or forward them to any designated location.
- Secure Digital Access: Each scanned project is hosted on a secure site, ensuring access is limited to authorized personnel. (Please note: Files are retained for one week post-completion before server removal, remember to save your files locally.)
High-Speed Black & White Copying
For rapid and high-volume copying needs, we offer:
- Electronic Job Storage: Utilize our electronic job storage for efficient “on-demand” reprints.
- In-line Stapling: Automated stapling for document sets.
- In-line Saddle Stitching: Professional booklet making with saddle stitching.
- In-line Square Folding: Achieve a professional, square-fold finish for booklets and documents.
Comprehensive Bindery Services
Complete your projects with our professional finishing touches:
- Collation: Precise document collation for perfect sets.
- Stapling: Secure document stapling for various needs.
- 3-Hole Drilling: Standard 3-hole drilling for binder insertion.
- Folding: Multiple folding options for brochures, leaflets, and more.
- Trimming: Precise trimming for a clean, professional edge.
- Lamination: Protect and enhance your documents with matte or glossy lamination.
- Foam Core Mounting: Create sturdy displays with foam core mounting.
- Shrink-Wrapping: Secure and protect bundles of documents with shrink-wrapping.
- Padding: Create notepads and forms with padding services.
- Book Binding: Choose from tape, coil, or 3-ring binder options for bookbinding.
Wide Format Black & White Copying
For large-scale black & white document needs:
- Digital Scanning and Printing: High-quality digital scanning and printing of wide format documents.
- Large Roll-Stock Printing: Printing on bond roll-stock up to 36 inches in width.
Wide Format Color Scanning & Printing
Bring your large color projects to life with:
- Digital Scans up to 36 inches: Capture detailed color scans of large documents.
- Prints up to 60 inches wide: Produce impactful color prints on a grand scale.
- Media Options: Printing available on both matte and glossy paper for varied aesthetic and functional needs.
Placing Your Order for Local Printing Services
Understanding Our Cost Structure
PaDS operates on a cost recovery system, ensuring competitive pricing for all our local printing services. Our rates are meticulously calculated to cover operational expenses and are reviewed annually to maintain cost-effectiveness. The high volume of work processed in-house allows us to offer significantly low per-copy prices to the department and other eligible entities. For detailed pricing information, please refer to our current price list (PDF 140KB). For a customized project quote, please contact us directly at 360-705-7840.
Minimum Order Charge
To cover administrative processing and billing costs, a minimum charge of $4.50 per order applies.
Payment Procedures
WSDOT internal orders are conveniently charged to your work order at the end of each month. When submitting your PaDS request form (DOCX 66KB), please ensure you include your work order, group, work op, control section (if applicable), and organization code. External customers are required to establish an account and are billed monthly. Please note that PaDS is unable to accept cash or credit card payments.
Eligibility for Services
WSDOT’s PaDS is available to:
- All WSDOT employees and offices.
- Consultants and contractors working with WSDOT.
- State, city, and county government offices.
Material Restrictions
Please note the following limitations on printable materials:
- Non-transportation related materials for WSDOT employees and offices.
- Large-scale projects that are more economically viable to outsource to external vendors.
- Projects deemed an unethical use of state resources.
- Printing services for the general public.
Project Turnaround Time
While each project is unique in its complexity, we strive for rapid turnaround times. Most jobs are completed within one to two business days, and many are finished on the same day. Larger, more intricate projects may require extended delivery times. Contact us to discuss the specific timeline for your project.
Priority Handling
We understand the importance of deadlines. While all customer projects are valued, priority is assigned based on the following hierarchy when necessary:
- Highway construction project advertising documents
- Legislative material
- Commission and public comment material
- Budget and program management documents
- Scheduled training and other dated materials
- Engineering technical manuals
Contact Us to Schedule Your Project
To schedule your project or discuss your local printing services needs, please contact our office at 360-705-7840.
Visit Our Location
Printing and Digitization Services is conveniently located in the “B” wing, service level of the headquarters building in Olympia.
Choose WSDOT PaDS as your trusted partner for reliable and cost-effective local printing services and digitization solutions. We are committed to providing high-quality results and exceptional customer service.
