Mdard official sample barcode labels

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Printing Services has issued a Notice of Intent to Award for RFQ #26*0450 to produce 10,000 MDARD Official Sample Barcode Labels, with the award recommendation finalized as of August 31, 2026. This is a post-evaluation notice; the opportunity window has closed and the recommended awardee is NEV'S INK.

The evaluation was based on best value criteria encompassing pricing, turnaround time, price hold duration, Michigan printing capability, and relevant experience. NEV'S INK submitted the lowest bid at $478.50 with a six-week turnaround time and a 25-year price hold. Eight vendors competed; bids ranged from $478.50 (NEV'S INK) to $3,456.46 (Great Lakes Label), with mid-range competitors including Labeltape at $770.00, Smart Source at $945.00, Wolverine at $1,000.40, Whitlam at $1,444.00, Image Printing at $1,998.00, and Shayleslie at $2,475.00.

DTMB Printing Services reserves discretion to perform the work in-house or award to a higher-priced vendor if that vendor provides superior value based on turnaround time or other criteria. An actual award will be issued after an order is received and the decision is finalized. Protests must be submitted electronically through Vendor Self Service before the deadline posted on the Notice of Intent to Award. Questions should be directed to Scott Barclay, print consultant, at 517-636-7744 or Barclays@Michigan.gov.