Form 4156 met OWL bookmark

The State of Michigan, specifically the Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB), is seeking a qualified printing vendor to produce 10,000 custom MET Owl Bookmarks for the Michigan Education Trust (MET). The procurement involves creating bookmarks with precise specifications: 1-3/4" x 5-3/4" dimensions, printed on 24 Pt. C2s cover stock using 4-color process and PMS-293 color. Production requirements include custom die-cutting to a specific design, drilling a 1/8" centered hole at the top, and attaching a dark blue tassel. The contract opportunity is posted for jurisdictions including Ingham County and Lansing City, with a posting date of July 15, 2025, and a submission deadline of July 18, 2025. Vendors must submit a detailed quote letter, and the award will be based on best price and value, with the DTMB reserving the right to consider factors beyond price such as past quality performance. Only prequalified vendors are eligible to bid, and vendors must be capable of packaging the bookmarks in groups of 50, using 48" x 48" four-way skids not exceeding 48" in height, with a maximum carton weight of 40 pounds.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the procurement process emphasizes vendor qualifications and comprehensive compliance with state contract terms. Vendors must be registered with the State of Michigan, capable of accepting electronic funds transfer (EFT) payments, and able to provide electronic copies of materials in source software and PDF formats. The contract terms outline detailed requirements for delivery, inspection, payment, warranties, and legal compliance, including mandatory electronic invoice submission and adherence to specific shipping protocols. The contract requires vendors to comply with federal, state, and local regulations, and provides the state with termination rights for cause or convenience. Although a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement is for a print management project with specific production requirements. Vendors must also demonstrate the ability to meet strict operational specifications, including delivery to the General Services Building in Lansing, Michigan, during specific dock hours of 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.