What is the law book

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget is requesting bids for printing 4,400 copies of "What is the Law Book," a 12-page saddle-stitched publication, with bids due June 1, 2026. Only prequalified vendors with the State of Michigan Print & Mail Management program are eligible; prequalification takes approximately one week.

The scope is a 5.5 × 8.5 inch upright saddle-stitched book with a 4-page cover, printed 4/4 color without bleeds on cover and text pages using 65# white uncoated cover stock and 60# white offset text stock. Books must be bundled in quantities of 25 per carton with a maximum carton weight of 40 pounds. Electronic files will be provided by the department; one PDF proof must be approved before production. Vendors must submit detailed quote letters with their bids; failure to include a quote letter results in disqualification.

All bids must be submitted online with freight included to the state's dock at 7461 Crowner Drive, Lansing, Michigan 48913 on F.O.B. Destination prepaid terms. Delivery is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., excluding standard holidays. Vendors must comply with strict pallet and carton labeling specifications, including single-face hardwood pallet requirements with maximum dimensions of 48" × 48" × 5'6" and gross weight not exceeding 4,000 pounds. No underruns are accepted; overruns are at vendor expense.

The department awards bids based on best price and value to the state rather than lowest price alone, considering quality, value, and ability to meet requirements. Payment terms require invoicing within the Michigan SIGMA VSS system, with undisputed amounts due within 45 calendar days of invoice receipt. All vendor records must be maintained for four years after contract termination.