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Minnesota Legislative Manual Printing and Distribution Services Solicitation

The State of Minnesota is seeking a contractor to print, process, and distribute the Minnesota Legislative Manual ("Blue Book") in multiple formats for official use across government, educational, and public institutions. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement, Office of the Secretary of State - Products/Services Requested: - Printing and distribution of the Minnesota Legislative Manual in three main versions: - Hardcover edition: 1,250 copies, 528–720 pages, Smyth Sewn binding, gold foil stamping - Softcover edition: 3,750 copies, 528–720 pages, Perfect Bound binding, gold foil stamping - Student softcover booklet: 4,000–9,000 copies, 80 pages, saddle stitched - Additional services include: - Packaging, handling, and shipping to a detailed distribution list (government offices, schools, libraries, media, veterans' homes) - Options for re-runs, additional/fewer signatures, alterations, and proofs - Use of recycled and sustainable packaging materials - Notable Requirements: - Printing location must be within 100 miles of the State Capitol Complex - Minimum of three years’ experience in similar work - High-quality offset lithography printing and professional binding - Compliance with Minnesota statutes, diversity, and equal pay certifications - Detailed price schedule submission and insurance requirements - No specific OEMs or named vendors; open to qualified commercial printers - Estimated annual contract value: $50,000–$100,000 - Contract duration: two years with up to three additional years of extension possible

Description

This solicitation aims to establish a contract for printing, processing, and distribution services of the Minnesota Legislative Manual "Blue Book" as per Minnesota Statutes section 5.08. The publication is an official state document providing detailed information on Minnesota's government branches, state agencies, local governments, and election results. The contract period is from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2028, with an option to extend up to three additional years. The estimated contract value for one year ranges from $50,000 to $100,000. Responses must be submitted online through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by July 29, 2026.

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