400 AMP Alternator Kits for Military Vehicles

The State of Maine is requesting bids on 400 AMP Alternator Kits for Military Vehicles (NSN 6115-01-473-2303, Part Number 57K3546) on an as-needed basis with bids due June 22, 2011. The solicitation requests 36 units, with purchase quantity subject to adjustment based on actual production and supply needs at time of order.

All items must be new parts fully conforming to applicable Military Standards. Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item delivered to 125 Kansas Rd, Limestone, ME 04750 with all freight and delivery charges included and prepaid by the contractor. Item samples and manufacturer certificates of conformance may be required prior to contract award, as may Buy American Act compliance certification and Material Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous chemicals under Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law.

The State reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, waive formalities and technicalities, and increase or decrease quantities by up to 10%. Awards will be made on an item-by-item or group basis to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value. Cash discounts of 20 days or more are considered in determining the low bidder; discounts under 20 days will not be considered. Tie bids are resolved by awarding to in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

Bidders must provide complete legal company or entity name, DUNS and CAGE Code information if applicable, and certify non-debarred status through the federal Excluded Parties List System (EPLS) prior to contract award. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes; quotes should exclude these. Alternate bids and approved equal substitutes are permitted if the bidder provides complete identification and descriptive literature demonstrating equivalence to specified items. All inquiries should be directed to the State Purchasing Division.