Hot 50 posters 2026

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Printing Services has issued a Notice of Intent to Award for RFQ #26*0396 for production of HOT 50 Posters, with the award decision posted July 21, 2026 and a July 22, 2026 protest deadline.

SHAYLESLIE has been selected as the recommended vendor based on best value. The vendor does not possess Michigan printing capability (listed as "N KS"), whereas competing bidders LAWSON and IMAGE PRINTING offered Michigan-based printing. Five vendors submitted quotes; competing bids for 250 units ranged from $1,019.00 to $1,418.56, and for 500 units from $1,139.00 to $1,532.93.

SHAYLESLIE quoted $810.00 for 250 units and $975.00 for 500 units, both with an 11-week delivery timeframe. Evaluation criteria included price, turnaround time, price hold duration, Michigan printing capability, and relevant experience. The award is not guaranteed until an actual order is received; DTMB Printing Services reserves the right to perform the work in-house.

Protests of the award decision must be submitted electronically through the Vendor Self Service portal by the deadline specified on the Notice of Intent to Award. Scott Barclay (print consultant) is reachable at 517-636-7744 or BarclayS@michigan.gov. Andrew Hale (Departmental Technician) handles inquiries regarding the outsource process at 517-636-0092.