CLRV Illustrations.pdf

This file contains illustrations related to a Quarterly Tape Order bid solicitation issued by the State of Maine Division of Purchases. The solicitation requests bids for tape supplies to be ordered on a quarterly basis, with sealed bids due January 14, 2009. Bidders must submit unit prices separately for each item. The State of Maine reserves the right to increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to ten percent unless otherwise specified in the bid document. Bid tabulations will be made available for public inspection following contract award. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value to the state, with evaluation considering quality, conformity with specifications, delivery dates, and ultimate cost.

All transportation charges, including freight and express delivery, must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified in the purchase order. Maine is exempt from state sales and use taxes and federal taxes on non-resale items; bidders must exclude these from quotes. Cash discounts of twenty days or more will be considered in bid evaluation; discounts under twenty days will not be factored. Tie bids will be resolved in favor of in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Division of Purchases office, Room 119, State Office Building, 9 State House Station, Augusta, Maine, prior to the closing deadline. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive formalities and technicalities.