Translation Sheet.pdf

This Translation Sheet is associated with the State of Maine's Division of Purchases anti-corrosion compound procurement. The solicitation requests bids for anti-corrosion compound products with bids due on October 31, 2007. Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item through electronic bidding, with late submissions not accepted. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities or technicalities, and adjust quantities by up to 10% unless otherwise specified.

Pricing must exclude Maine state sales and use taxes as well as federal taxes on non-resale items. Cash discounts of 20 days or longer will be considered in determining the final bid price, while discounts under 20 days will not be considered. All delivery must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, with transportation charges prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. In cases of tied bids, the state will apply a preference to in-state bidders or manufacturers of products made in Maine. Products defined by trade name or catalog number are subject to an implied "or approved equal" clause, requiring alternative products to be accompanied by complete identification and descriptive literature. Manufacturers, importers, suppliers, or distributors of hazardous chemicals must provide current material safety data sheets to their direct purchasers.