Trooper Pocket Notebook 3x5 7-24.docx

This is a printing services bid request issued by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget for the production of trooper pocket notebooks. The department is requesting quotations for 3,000 units of 3x5 inch pocket notebooks containing 50 pages plus covers. Each notebook will feature 1/4" lines printed on text pages, two-sided printing, and a blank cover. The specifications include saddle stitch binding at the top with two staples per book, and packing in bundles of 10 per carton. An electronic file has been provided by the department, and vendors must submit a high-resolution PDF proof for approval prior to production. The bid request does not specify response dates, due dates, bidder conferences, or award dates.

The cover stock shall be 90# Deep Cordwain Blue (or equivalent), and the text stock shall be 50# white offset, with black ink for printing. Binding will be performed via saddle stitch at the top using two staples per notebook. The department awards contracts based on best price and value to the state, meaning the lowest bidder may not necessarily receive the award if quality concerns or requirement fulfillment issues exist. Only prequalified vendors are eligible to submit bids. Vendors are required to attach a detailed quote letter with their submissions; failure to provide this documentation will result in automatic bid disqualification. No pricing information, set-asides, incumbents, funding sources, or other financial details are specified in this bid request document.