Mdos mini step elections booklet

The Michigan Department of State (MDOS) is seeking a printing contractor through the Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Printing Services to produce the MDOS Mini Step Elections Booklet via Request for Quote (RFQ #25*0294). The procurement involves printing either 5,000 or 10,000 booklets, with vendors evaluated on multiple criteria including price, turnaround time, and local printing experience. Six vendors submitted bids: Lightning Litho, O'Keefe, Lawson, BRD Printing, Image Printing, and RR Donnelley. Evaluation criteria focused on providing the best value to the State of Michigan, with specific considerations around pricing, production capabilities, and ability to meet specified turnaround times. The solicitation was posted on March 18, 2025, with proposals due by March 19, 2025, and vendors were required to demonstrate the ability to hold pricing, possess Michigan printing experience, and meet specified production timelines. Vendors interested in challenging the award were instructed to file electronic protests through the Vendor Self Service system by the posted deadline.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Lightning Litho emerged as the recommended vendor, submitting the lowest bids of $2,450 for 5,000 booklets and $4,195.41 for 10,000 booklets. The DTMB Printing Services retained the right to perform the work in-house or potentially award to a higher-bidding vendor if deemed to provide superior overall value. While specific budget ranges were not comprehensively detailed, the bid prices provide insight into the expected contract value. The procurement appears open to multiple printing vendors, with no apparent limitations based on business size, minority status, or geographic constraints. The DTMB maintains flexibility in vendor selection, prioritizing quality, pricing, and local economic considerations in the award decision.