When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 28, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 7, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $1,500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Detroit Water and Sewerage Department. The work is located in Detroit, Michigan, United States.

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Overview

Events, Printing & Promotional Goods

Detroit, Michigan, United StatesPosted: September 16, 2026Deadline: October 28, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is seeking a vendor to provide commercial bill printing and mailing services for its finance department's billing division.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of two years of experience as a bill print and mail services provider
Must have experience with at least one utility company with volumes of at least 50% of DWSD’s volumes in the last 5 years
Must submit valid and approved City of Detroit income tax and revenue clearances
Must not be suspended or debarred through the Federal System for Award Management
Must provide a SOC 2 report
Must have a disaster recovery facility and plan

BUDGET

Estimate

$500,000 – $1,500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

Pre-Bid Conference: September 29th, 2026

Question Deadline: October 7th, 2026

Addendum Issuance: October 14th, 2026

Bid Due Date: October 28th, 2026

Anticipated Contract Start Date: March 1st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 7, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Detroit Water and Sewerage Department

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DESCRIPTION

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) is requesting proposals for bill printing and mail services for its finance department's billing division. The scope includes printing and mailing utility bills, meter and leak letters, automated meter reading letters, public affairs letters, dispute response letters, and tax roll letters. The vendor must provide an interface for bill messages and inserts, support electronic bill presentment, perform address validation, and provide archival services. The contract term is three years with two one-year renewal options.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due October 28, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 7, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $1,500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Detroit Water and Sewerage Department. The work is located in Detroit, Michigan, United States.

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