2 EV 60HP 20"ETEC/REM/EL/PT SM Outboards

The Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Division of Procurement Services, is requesting quotations for two Evinrude 60HP 20-inch ETEC/REM/EL/PT SM outboard motors on behalf of the Maine Department of Marine Resources, with quotations due November 1, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time through the State of Maine's AdvantageME/Vendor Self Service e-Procurement system.

Delivery is required to the Department of Marine Resources Watercraft Repair Facility at 15 Vieno's Run, Rockland, Maine. Bidders must include FOB Destination shipping and delivery charges in their quotations; the State assumes no responsibility for goods until possession at the delivery location. All quotations must remain valid and binding for at least 180 days from the bid opening date.

The State evaluates submissions on a best-value basis considering conformity with specifications, delivery timeframes, and the State's interests. Once goods conform to specifications, award is based on lowest price among qualifying bidders. Bidders must submit detailed itemized quotes, product data and information sheets, warranty information, a completed bid cover page, and debarment certification. The State is exempt from federal, state, and local taxes on articles not for resale and will furnish exemption certificates upon application. All quotation costs must cover full compliance with contract terms and RFQ requirements; preparation or negotiation costs may not be included.

Bidders are permitted to submit multiple quotations offering alternative items or pricing for State consideration.