LEO bsbp pinfeed labels braile and talking book

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Printing Services has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) #25*0324 for procuring pinfeed labels specifically for Braille and Talking Book materials. The procurement seeks two distinct label quantities: 8,500 units of Label 81296 and 5,500 units of Label 81297, with a required turnaround time between 6 to 12 working days. Four vendors submitted proposals: Nev's Ink, Rotary, Smart Source, and Image Printing, each evaluated on criteria including pricing, turnaround time, and Michigan-based printing experience. The evaluation process considered multiple dimensions such as proposal price, working days for completion, printed in Michigan status, and overall vendor experience. The solicitation was posted on April 3, 2025, with proposals due by April 4, 2025, targeting vendors capable of producing specialized printing materials for visually impaired resources.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Nev's Ink was recommended as the awarded vendor, submitting the lowest bid of $864.23 with a 6-working-day turnaround and meeting the state's evaluation criteria. Printing Services reserves the right to select a vendor with a higher bid if it offers superior turnaround time or other advantageous factors. Proposals were received from vendors located in various states including Wisconsin, Illinois, and potentially Michigan-based operations. While a specific budget range was not detailed, the total procurement value appears to be under $1,000 for the requested label quantities, with the primary focus on efficient production and delivery of specialized Braille and Talking Book labels.