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Minnesota Legislative Manual Printing and Distribution Services Solicitation

The State of Minnesota is seeking a qualified vendor to print, process, and distribute the Minnesota Legislative Manual ("Blue Book"), a comprehensive reference on state government. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement, Office of the Secretary of State (OSS) - Main contact: Cassandra M. Jensen, Acquisitions Management Specialist - Products/Services Requested: - Printing and distribution of three editions: - 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 - All editions require high-quality sheet-fed offset lithography - Additional services: proofs, reruns, alterations, packaging, shrink-wrapping, labeling, and shipping to a detailed distribution list (government offices, schools, libraries, media, veterans' homes) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Printing facility must be located within 100 miles of the State Capitol Complex - Minimum three years' relevant experience required - Compliance with recycled content and sustainable packaging standards - Delivery deadlines in May; professional labeling and shrink-wrapping required - Vendors must submit a detailed price schedule and provide documentation (declarations, equal pay certification, sample invoices) - No specific OEMs or named vendors; open to all qualified commercial printers - Estimated annual contract value: $50,000–$100,000 - Contract period: two years, with option to extend up to three additional years

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 and historical archive detailing Minnesota's government branches, state agencies, local governments, and election results. The contract period is from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2028, with an option to extend up to three additional years. The estimated contract value ranges from $50,000 to $100,000 per year, though quantities are estimated and not guaranteed. Responses must be submitted online through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by July 29, 2026.

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