University of Minnesota Ionwave #11626.2026.23.04.mw

University of Minnesota Solicits Four Digital Production Printers and Support Services

The University of Minnesota Printing Services Department is seeking proposals to supply, deliver, and install four new digital production printers to modernize its print operations. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota Printing Services Department - Products Requested: - Four digital production printers: - Two color production devices: - One mid-range (80+ ppm, 2400x2400 dpi, 4 trays, bookletmaker, high-capacity stacker) - One low-mid volume (70+ ppm, 2400x2400 dpi, 4 trays, stapling) - Two high-volume black-and-white devices (120+ ppm, 1200x1200 dpi, 4 trays, bookletmaker) - Four RIP workstation computers (Windows 11/Server 2025 compatible, Bitlocker & Active Directory support) - Services Requested: - Shipping & freight (F.O.B. destination) - Rigging and interior delivery (clearance for doorways/elevators) - On-site professional installation and network integration - On-site operator training (covering operation and software workflow) - Technical support (local technician, 24-48 hour response) - Trade-in/removal and disposal of six legacy devices (Canon, Xerox, Konica Minolta) - Maintenance and support (standard warranty, extended service agreement with on-site response guarantee) - Notable Requirements: - Devices must support specialty media, drive encryption, and Active Directory binding - Integration with University IT standards and mandatory IT review for network compatibility - Support for high annual print volumes (color: up to 800,000; black: up to 2 million impressions per device) - Finishing options including auto-duplexing, stapling, bookletmaker, and high-capacity stacker - OEMs/Vendors Mentioned: - Legacy equipment being replaced includes Canon, Xerox, and Konica Minolta - No specific OEMs mandated for new equipment - Locations: - University of Minnesota Printing Services across all five campuses (Minneapolis and other locations)

Description

The University of Minnesota Printing Services Department is seeking to contract with a qualified responder to furnish, deliver, and install four new digital production printers. The equipment must provide production-quality output suitable for mid-to-high volume projects and serve as reliable backup to existing inkjet press technology. The solicitation includes detailed technical specifications, training, support, and trade-in/removal of legacy equipment. Respondents must submit their proposals electronically by June 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time.

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