2014 Snowmobile order

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotes on a 2014 snowmobile order with electronic bids due October 25, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. local time. A tie-bid preference favors in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

The scope comprises two line items: six 2014 Ski-Doo Renegade Sport snowmobiles with Rotex 600 ACE 4-stroke engines and three 2014 Ski-Doo Expedition Sport snowmobiles with the same engine specification. Each unit includes a blue LED dash and deck light package with integrated weatherproof flasher assembly (operating on 12 VDC with maximum 0.5 amps current draw per lighthead), OEM Bombardier factory covers, one extra Bombardier factory belt, two mirrors, and hitch studs or screws package. The LED lightheads carry a five-year warranty; the flasher assembly carries a two-year warranty. Award will be made to a single vendor for both line items, with delivery to a state-specified destination.

Bid prices must include delivery and reflect the state's exemption from federal and Maine state sales and use taxes. Transportation charges, including freight and express delivery, are prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. Unit prices must be quoted separately for each item with all trade and quantity discounts included. The state reserves the right to increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10 percent and will make awards based on the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value, considering quality, conformity to specifications, purpose, and delivery date. Quotes may be withdrawn by written notice prior to final contract award, and bid tabulations will be available for public inspection following award. Vendors must submit questions through the Question and Answer link on the Solicitation Details View page; inquiries through other channels will not be considered valid. Cash discounts under 20 days will not be considered in contract award.