Custodial Quote Corrections Ellsworth.rtf

This is a custodial quote correction document related to a Maine Division of Purchases solicitation for a 2014 Ski-Doo Expedition Sport snowmobile for the Homeland Security department in Calais. The solicitation requested quotes for a fully equipped snowmobile featuring a Rotex 600 ACE 4-stroke engine, REV-XP platform, and SC-5U articulating rear suspension, along with specified accessories including a blue LED light package meeting SAE J595 Class 1 certification, OEM Bombardier factory cover, extra factory belt, mirrors, and hitch studs. The snowmobile specifications included a dry weight of 537 lbs, overall length of 131.6 inches, and overall width of 47.4 inches, with quotes due May 2, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. local time. Quotes were required to be submitted electronically with unit prices and delivery to the designated destination.

The Division of Purchases reserved the right to award to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value, considering quality, conformity to specifications, delivery, and overall economy. In case of tie bids, preference was given to in-state bidders or those offering products manufactured or rendered in Maine. Transportation charges were required to be prepaid unless otherwise specified, and the State, being tax-exempt, requested that quotes exclude federal and Maine sales taxes. The State retained the right to award on individual items or as a group, adjust quantities by up to 10 percent, and reject any or all quotes. Questions regarding the solicitation were to be submitted through the Solicitation Details View page Q&A portal, with all responses posted for vendor review.