BSL-M-2259 Balancing Forms .docx

This is a printing services bid request issued by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget for the production of balancing forms. The project requires the printing and binding of 50,000 sets of two-part NCR (no carbon required) forms with a finished size of 8.5 by 11 inches. Electronic files will be provided by the Department, and vendors must submit one PDF proof for approval prior to the production run. The forms will be printed in black ink on standard weight white and canary stock, padded in two-part NCR sets, shrinkwrapped in groups of 50 sets with chipboard backing to prevent curling, and packed in cartons not exceeding 40 pounds each. Only prequalified vendors are eligible to submit bids.

The Department of Technology, Management & Budget awards contracts based on best price and value to the state, meaning the lowest bidder may not receive the award if the submission does not meet best value criteria, such as in cases of past quality concerns or inability to meet specifications. Vendors must attach a detailed quote letter with their bid submission; failure to do so will result in automatic disqualification. A proof is required as part of the bidding process.