MS-146 image seal mailer

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget's Printing Services has issued a Notice of Intent to Award for MS-146 Image Seal Mailer (RFQ #26*0392), with a protest deadline of July 17, 2026. SHAYLESLIE has been identified as the recommended awardee.

The scope is production of 476,000 image seal mailers. Three vendors competed: SHAYLESLIE (lowest bid at $16,950.00, 14-day turnaround, 20-day price hold, Michigan printing capability confirmed, 25 years relevant experience); COMPLETE SOURCE ($17,078.88, 60-day turnaround, 15-day price hold); and SMART SOURCE ($20,881.15, 10-day turnaround). Evaluation criteria included pricing, turnaround time, price hold duration, Michigan printing capability, and relevant experience.

The Department reserves the right to perform the work in-house or award to a higher bidder if that vendor demonstrates superior value based on turnaround time or other evaluation criteria. Vendors may protest the award decision electronically through the Vendor Self Service portal by the posted deadline.

Questions regarding the outsource process, bidding procedures, protests, and bid tabulation should be directed to Andrew Hale, Departmental Technician, at 517-636-0092. Inquiries about the project itself should be directed to Print Consultant Kristin Bergan at 517-636-7743 or BerganK@Michigan.gov.