5 Loader Mounted Snow Blowers

The State of Maine is requesting bids on five loader-mounted snow blowers with bids due January 20, 2012.

The scope covers loader-mounted snow blower equipment with detailed specifications for engine performance, hydraulic systems, blower discharge capabilities including height and distance requirements, and safety features. Bidders must submit unit prices with delivery included to the destination. Electronic submission is required, closing at 2:00 p.m. local time on the due date.

The State reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent and to award on an individual item or group basis. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder based on best value considerations including product quality, conformance to specifications, delivery dates, and overall cost. All transportation charges must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State is tax-exempt; bidders should quote accordingly. Bidders must provide complete identification and descriptive literature for any alternate commodities proposed and must comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws including the Maine Chemical Substance Identification Law for hazardous materials, with current material safety data sheets where required.