2011 Snowmobile Purchase ORV

The State of Maine, Division of Purchases, is soliciting bids on one 2011 Ski Doo Grand Touring Sport snowmobile under an invitation for bid, with bids due April 15, 2010.

The scope is a single Ski Doo Grand Touring Sport with a Rotax 600 ACE D.O.H.C. four-stroke engine, EFI injection, liquid cooling, Brembo hydraulic braking, electric start with mechanical reverse, and REV-XP platform suspension. Required equipment includes Pilot 5.7 SL skis, heated visor, 12-volt power outlet, heated throttle and hand grips, speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, HPG rear shock with SC5M rear suspension, 15-inch by 137-inch track with 3/4 profile, rear hitch, 10.6-gallon fuel tank, dual rear-view mirrors, removable two-up seat, and black cargo rack. Bidders may propose alternate commodities equal in character, quality, and performance, provided complete identification and descriptive literature accompany the proposal.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value to the state, with consideration given to quality, conformity with specifications, delivery dates, and ultimate cost. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent. In case of tie bids, preference is given to in-state bidders or those offering Maine-produced commodities. All bids must be submitted electronically to the Division of Purchases, Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine, prior to the closing deadline. Bids received after the closing deadline will not be considered. The state is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes; prices should be quoted excluding taxes. All transportation charges shall be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be considered in bid evaluation.