2026 mdhhs 5436 NBS labels 2. 3125" x 0. 25"

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget is soliciting bids for 60,000 thermal transfer labels (2.3125" × 0.25" finish size) for the Department of Health and Human Services laboratory use, with bids due June 30, 2026. Only prequalified vendors registered with the State of Michigan's Print & Mail Management program are eligible; pre-qualification takes approximately one week upon submission of required information.

The labels must be wound facing-in on a 3" core with Thermal Transfer Ultra Removable material per FASSION Specification #12906, removable adhesive, 0.0625" corner radius, configured 1 across on 2.5" carrier width, and friction-fed (not pin-fed). Labels must maintain adhesion from room temperature to −20 degrees Celsius. Vendors must supply 10,000 labels per roll, with rolls and cases labeled with code number, quantity per roll, and lot number. Electronic files and one PDF proof for departmental approval prior to production are required. A sample of stock may be required for testing.

Delivery is F.O.B. destination prepaid to the General Services Building at 7461 Crowner Drive, Lansing, Michigan 48913, with dock hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, excluding standard holidays. All costs including freight must be included in the bid. No underruns are permitted; overruns are at the vendor's expense. Shipments requiring pallets must use single-face hardwood pallets (44"–48" length, 36"–48" width, maximum 4,000 gross pounds).

Award is based on best price and value to the state. The State reserves the right to award to a bidder other than the lowest price if quality concerns exist or requirements cannot be met. Vendors must submit a detailed quote letter with their bid response; failure to do so results in disqualification. Payment is made exclusively through Electronic Funds Transfer via the Michigan SIGMA VSS system within 45 calendar days of invoice receipt or final acceptance. Pre-qualification inquiries should be directed to Andrew Hale at 517-636-0092 or halea3@michigan.gov.