24 Haworth Chairs X99 Seminar Chair

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is soliciting quotes for 24 Haworth X99 Seminar Chairs, with quotes due August 1, 2011 by 2:00 p.m. local time.

Award will be made to the bidder offering the best value to the State, evaluated on quality of goods, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and overall state interests. Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item delivered to destination, including all trade or quantity discounts. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be considered in determining the lowest bidder. Transportation charges, including freight, shall be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes, and quotes must exclude these amounts.

The State reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by 10% and to reject any or all quotes or waive formalities as deemed appropriate. In case of contractor default, the Division of Purchases may procure materials from alternative sources and charge excess costs to the original contractor, though contractors are not liable for delays caused by strikes, fires, or Acts of God. All deliveries must comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Manufacturers must provide Material Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous chemicals as required by Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law. Bid prices must remain firm for at least 20 days to qualify for cash discount consideration.