Gubernatorial General Specimen Ballots

The County of Frederick, Maryland is seeking bids from qualified contractors for the printing and mailing of 2026 Gubernatorial General election specimen ballots. The contractor will be responsible for printing approximately 190,000 booklets and 3,300 office-use copies, as well as mailing the booklets to voters. The contract requires the contractor to have at least 3 years of experience in printing and mailing similar materials. The contractor must also provide proof of insurance and comply with all federal, state, and local laws. • The contract is for a one-time purchase, with no guarantee of future work. • The contractor must provide pricing for printing and postage, including all handling and delivery costs. • The contractor must comply with all specifications, including the use of black ink, 50# white offset paper, and required watermarking. • The contractor must deliver the printed materials to the Frederick Post Office for mailing. • The contractor must provide a certificate of insurance showing the required coverage, including Printers' Professional Liability/Errors & Omissions coverage.