Gubernatorial General Specimen Ballots

The Frederick County Board of Elections in Maryland is seeking a contractor for the production of Gubernatorial General Specimen Ballots under solicitation number 27-130. The selected provider will be responsible for creating ballots that include all candidate names and are personalized with the name, mailing address, and polling place of each registered voter in the county. It is estimated that approximately 66 different ballot styles will be required. Because the final list of candidates is not yet complete, exact samples are unavailable, though a previous specimen ballot will be provided to illustrate the required layout. The successful contractor will coordinate the final format, delivery schedules, and mailing deadlines with the agency following the award. Responses to this solicitation must be submitted by September 3, 2026.