Description
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections contracted for the printing and mailing of approximately 493,000 Voter Information Guides (VIGs) for the May 5 2026 Primary Election. The scope includes three‑color printing on 8.5×11‑inch stock, variable‑data processing from a CSV file, assembly (fold‑and‑seal), and delivery to the USPS Business Mail Entry Unit in Cleveland within a narrow three‑day window. Bids were due by 11 am EST on February 4 2026, with proofs due in late February and early March, and final delivery required by March 26 2026. The award lines show total awarded values of $23,121.70 for printing and $4,190.50 for mailing, indicating an all‑inclusive per‑thousand pricing structure.
• Scope: large‑scale color printing, variable‑data handling, and mailing logistics.
• Timeline: strict deadlines for proofs, data integration, and final delivery (Feb 25 – Mar 26 2026).
• Pricing: per‑thousand rates (total contract value ≈ $27,312).