19-20 Attorney General Biennial Report

The State of Michigan, specifically the Department of Technology, Management & Budget, is seeking printing services for the 2019-2020 Attorney General Biennial Report through a competitive bid process. The procurement involves producing 200 copies of a 6x9 Smyth-sewn hardbound book with 400 pages of text, requiring specific production specifications including Corona Bonded Leather case cloth in Black Definity, imitation gold foil stamping, and black ink printing on 70# gloss text stock. Vendors must be pre-qualified with Print & Mail Management and registered with the State of Michigan to submit bids, with the pre-qualification process taking approximately one week. The bid evaluation will focus on best price and value, with the understanding that the lowest bidder may not automatically receive the award due to potential quality or capability concerns. The solicitation was posted on February 11, 2021, with proposals due by February 19, 2021, and requires a full mock-up proof for approval before final production. Deliverables must include individually shrink-wrapped books, carton packed for delivery, with electronic files provided in PDF format.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must adhere to strict delivery requirements, including delivery to the General Services Building at 7461 Crowner Dr., Lansing MI 48913, with dock hours from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. All materials submitted will become the property of the State of Michigan and must be returned upon request. Vendors must provide invoices through the VSS system and directly to Print & Mail Management, and submit electronic copies in both source software format and PDF. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the detailed specifications suggest a professional printing project with precise quality standards. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements for this specific biennial report printing contract.