2011FertilizerSpecifications.doc

This is a fertilizer specifications document for the State of Maine related to a procurement for a Florida farm operation. The solicitation requests 30 tons of 15-15-15 fertilizer to be delivered to Maine Seed Potato Farm located at 16275 SW 208 Terrace, Miami, FL 33187-4421 on November 7, 2011. The fertilizer must meet specific minimum guaranteed analysis requirements including 15.00% total nitrogen, 15.00% available phosphorus, and 15.00% soluble potash, along with secondary nutrients including 4.00% total magnesium, 8.40% sulfur, and 1.40% total manganese. The product must be delivered in 50-pound plastic bags, with plastic bags specified as critical for successful storage and moisture elimination. Delivery will be provided via one or two flatbed truckloads with the vendor dropping the trailer for 3-4 days to allow unloading and storage, followed by vendor pickup of the empty trailer. A sample may be required prior to delivery for verification of product suitability.

Freight terms are FOB destination, with the vendor bearing all transportation costs. Due to the high humidity and moisture conditions in the Miami geographical area, the fertilizer must be highly granular with no powder, dust, or residue to ensure successful storage and performance. Vendors must submit all questions regarding the solicitation through the Question and Answer link on the Solicitation Details View page, with responses posted in the same location. It is the vendor's responsibility to monitor this platform for all posted questions and answers, as inquiries made through other channels will not be considered valid for this RFQ. Contact with the farm prior to delivery is required by calling 305-235-2421.