AR 0183 Mounted Poster on Foam Core

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Printing Services is seeking qualified vendors to produce 600 "Notice of Penalty for Repair Facilities" posters through a best-value procurement process. The specific procurement (AR 0183) requires production of 24" wide by 28" tall posters, with bidders having two acceptable production methods: printing on wide format inkjet poster paper and mounting to foam core, or direct printing on 1/4" white foam core. Vendors must submit a PDF proof for departmental approval before full production, with the solicitation emphasizing quality standards over lowest cost. Only prequalified vendors will be considered for this opportunity, and the bid allows flexibility in production techniques while maintaining strict size and quality requirements. The contract opportunity was posted on March 21, 2019, with a proposal due date of March 25, 2019, representing a very compressed submission timeline. Packing specifications mandate wrapping 10 posters in plastic and utilizing 4-way skids for distribution.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses or minority-owned enterprises. The solicitation is limited to prequalified vendors, which suggests potential prior vetting or established vendor relationships with the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the project involves producing 600 posters, which indicates a moderate-scale printing contract. The posters are directly related to the Michigan Secretary of State's enforcement of motor vehicle repair facility regulations, serving an important regulatory communication function. The contract appears focused on precise production specifications and quality control rather than complex technological integration. Vendors must demonstrate capability to produce official state documentation with high-quality printing and mounting techniques that meet governmental standards for professional communication materials.