Clauses Extension Overrun 3 Performance Bid.doc

This document outlines additional contract clauses for a Maine state printing contract opportunity for business cards and flat print services. The contract includes an extension provision allowing the State Purchasing Director to extend the contract period beyond the initial expiration date with contractor consent, with a maximum total contract period not to exceed three years. The solicitation permits an overrun allowance of up to 3% beyond the specified quantities.

The pricing evaluation includes consideration of the vendor's past performance as a factor in award determination. A price preference provision is available for bidders offering paper or paper products containing a minimum of 30% post-consumer recycled material content; such bids may receive up to a 10% price preference if they are within 10% of the lowest bid meeting all other specifications. Bidders must explicitly indicate recycled paper offerings and disclose the recycled content percentage in the comments section of their solicitation response to be considered for this preference.