LEO BSBP Continuous Pinfeed Labels Braille and Talking Book Library 3-25 BID REQUEST.docx

This document is a Bid Request from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget Printing Services for continuous pinfeed labels for the Braille and Talking Book Library. The procurement involves two label quantities: 8,500 of one type (81296) and 5,500 of another type (81297), with specific production requirements including white vinyl with permanent adhesive, black ink printing, rounded corners, and 1/2" pinfeed on each side to assist visually impaired patrons. The labels must be perforated between each label, fanfolded every 12", and require a PDF proof. Vendors must complete the project within 15 business days after proof approval, and only prequalified vendors will be considered for the bid.

The bid will be awarded based on best price and value, with the understanding that the lowest bidder may not automatically receive the contract if they cannot meet all requirements or have past quality concerns. Vendors are required to attach a detailed estimate with their bid, or they will be disqualified from consideration. The shipping destination is the General Services Building in Dimondale, Michigan, with specific attention to Bradley M. Schumann, the Print Consultant. The bid emphasizes accommodating accessibility needs for visually impaired library patrons through carefully designed label specifications.