MDARD Official Sample Barcode Labels 8-26.docx

This is a printing services bid request issued by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget on behalf of the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) for the production of official sample barcode labels. The project requires the manufacture of 10,000 barcode labels with specific technical specifications including a finished size of 2.25 by 1 inch, black and process yellow inks, and 2.0 white polyester construction with matte polyester over-lamination and permanent adhesive. Labels shall be sequentially numbered starting at F0001 and configured as kiss-cut stickers wound on 3-inch cores at 100 stickers per roll, with each set wrapped individually and packed in cartons not exceeding 40 pounds. An electronic file has been provided by the state, and vendors must submit a PDF proof for approval prior to production initiation. Only prequalified vendors are eligible to bid on this opportunity.

Award decisions will be based on best price and value considerations rather than lowest bid alone, with the state reserving the right to reject bids that present quality concerns or demonstrate inability to meet specified requirements. Vendors must submit detailed quote letters with their bids; failure to include a comprehensive quote will result in automatic bid disqualification. No specific response deadline, contract term, site visit requirements, or bidder conference details are provided in this job description.