50 Grit Steel Media

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotes for 50 Grit Steel Media, with bids due August 10, 2010.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value to the State, with evaluation considering product quality, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and overall economy. In cases of tie bids, preference is given to in-state bidders or those offering Maine-produced commodities and services.

Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item. All transportation costs, including freight and express charges, must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be considered in bid evaluation; discounts under 20 days will not be considered. Pricing must include all delivery charges, trade discounts, and quantity discounts, and should exclude federal and Maine state sales and use taxes.

Bids must be submitted electronically by 2:00 p.m. local time on the closing date. Questions must be submitted through the AdvantageME VSS platform no later than 48 hours prior to bid closing. The State reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities and technicalities, and increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10 percent. Contractors are required to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including the Maine Chemical Substance Identification Law, which mandates that suppliers provide current material safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals to direct purchasers. No purchase order or master agreement may be assigned, sublet, or transferred without written consent from the Director.