Previous Bid Abstract.pdf

This is a Bid Abstract from the State of Wisconsin for a printing project managed by the Wisconsin Lottery. The opportunity involves printing 4,000 Badger 5 desk calendars with stands, measuring 5-1/4" x 4-1/4" with white chipboard backers, printed in black and red (32 PMS) with bleeds on 50# recycled book offset stock. Each calendar must be individually wrapped and carton packed, paired with a black plastic stand measuring 6-1/8" x 5-1/8" featuring an easel back and shelf capable of supporting the calendar's weight while keeping it securely attached during use. The only subcontractable component is the stand itself. The bid abstract indicates an award date of June 30, 2016, with email bid responses preferred to william2.goff@wisconsin.gov.

Three bids were received for this project. SUN Printing of Wausau, Wisconsin submitted the lowest bid at $15,954.00 and was awarded the contract. Rotographic Printing of Wausau, Wisconsin bid $25,958.00, and In*Tech of La Crosse, Wisconsin bid $29,376.00. The significant price differential between the winning bid and the other two submissions suggests varying approaches to production and materials sourcing among the competing vendors.