7 x 10 envelope sample[1].BMP

This is a sample envelope image file related to a Master Agreement for Fechheimer Jackets issued by the State of Maine Department of Conservation under RFQ 1577. The procurement seeks quotations for approximately 50 Fechheimer Flying Cross Public Safety #79905GTX jackets in forest green, featuring Gore-Tex waterproof/breathable construction, zip-out Thinsulate insulation liner, articulated sleeves, multiple pockets, and reflective panels. The jackets are available in sizing ranging from extra-small to 5X-large in short, regular, and long lengths. Bids were due March 17, 2011, with substantive questions required 48 hours prior to the deadline. The contract term extends one year from execution through March 31, 2012, with two optional one-year renewal periods. Vendors were required to submit notarized Code of Conduct affidavits certifying compliance with applicable wage, health, labor, environmental, safety, discrimination, and human and labor rights laws by the bid opening date, faxed to Sue Garcia at 207-287-6578.

All pricing must be firm and all-inclusive with transportation fully prepaid, FOB destination, and the State accepts only the Maine Procurement Card as payment method with no surcharges permitted. Delivery is required within 10 working days of order receipt, with items inspected and in first-class condition; vendors retain responsibility for replacing defective items. Vendors are subject to a mandatory 1% anti-sweatshop compliance fee applied to the total contract value, payable within 30 days of purchase order execution or quarterly for term contracts. In the event of tied bids, preference is given to in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine. The State reserves the right to increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10 percent and to consider approved equivalent products at its discretion.