MS ENV 21 #10 Special Window Envelopes 7_26.docx

This is a bid request document issued by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget Printing Services for the procurement of #10 special window envelopes. The project, designated MS-ENV-21, requires the production of 600,000 envelopes with specific finishing and design requirements. The envelopes must measure 4.125 inches by 9.5 inches in finished size, featuring a 1-1/16 inch by 4-1/2 inch window positioned 3/4 inch from the left and 3/4 inch from the bottom with poly patching. Printing specifications include black ink on both sides with a tag line on the back flap. The material is 24-pound white wove with gum seal side seam, packaged at 500 units per box, 2,500 units per carton, and 75,000 units per skid on four-way pallets. Vendors must submit a PDF proof for approval, and only prequalified vendors are eligible for consideration.

Bidders are required to submit detailed quote letters with their proposals; failure to include this documentation will result in automatic disqualification. The Department of Technology, Management & Budget will award the contract based on best price and value to the state rather than lowest bid alone, with consideration given to past quality performance and ability to meet specifications. Electronic files have been provided to support the bidding process, and vendors must demonstrate their capacity to deliver the specified quantities and quality standards as outlined in the bid requirements.