DNR public hunting signage

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a qualified vendor to produce 1,000 public hunting area signs through a competitive bid process. The procurement involves manufacturing signs with specific technical requirements, including a 6" x 18" finish size, printed on white .080" high-impact polystyrene plastic with UV inhibitor, utilizing 1/0c black ink. Only prequalified vendors will be considered for this contract, with bids due by May 30, 2025. Vendors must submit a detailed estimate with their proposal and provide an electronic PDF proof for approval. The evaluation criteria emphasize best price and value, with the understanding that the lowest bidder will not automatically receive the contract if they cannot meet all specified requirements or have documented quality concerns. The project requires complete production and delivery within 10 business days after vendor proof approval, with final signs to be shipped to Bradley M. Schumann, a Print Consultant located in Dimondale, Michigan.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be pre-qualified with Print & Mail Management (PMM), registered with the State of Michigan, and capable of accepting electronic funds transfer (EFT) payments. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the contract requires vendors to include all costs and freight, with bids being F.O.B. Destination and prepaid. Vendors must comply with comprehensive standard contract terms, including delivery requirements, intellectual property provisions, confidentiality clauses, and adherence to non-discrimination policies. Delivery is restricted to specific dock hours (8:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday-Friday) at the General Services Building, and vendors must provide electronic materials in source software format with all revisions, fonts, and images, as well as a PDF version. The contract will be governed by Michigan law, with the state reserving the right to terminate the contract for cause or convenience.