Automotive seals for annual contract

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids for automotive seals under an annual contract with a bid due date of September 19, 2007, for a one-year term running October 1, 2007 through September 30, 2008.

The scope covers twelve line items of automotive seal products for Maine Department of Transportation Motor Transport Division and all state agencies, with quantities per item ranging from 6 to 311 units. Bidders must provide pricing for CR SCOTSEAL, CR SEALS, or approved MTS code equivalent manufactured products, referenced by specific CR manufacturing codes (CR43764, CR24003, CR21769, and others). All items must be first-grade domestic origin materials conforming to commercial standards and equal to or superior to original manufacturer specifications. The successful bidder must maintain full-time field service personnel, supply fresh stock, and accept credit for obsolete inventory. Deliveries are due within seven days of order receipt on an as-needed basis via email or procurement card.

The estimated contract value is $11,000, though actual value will reflect only quantities ordered during the term. Pricing must be submitted on a net or discount-from-list basis with current manufacturer price lists and catalogs; all prices must remain firm for the full contract period and include transportation and delivery on F.O.B. destination terms. The state requires acceptance of Maine's Procurement Card with no surcharges permitted. Award will be made to the lowest qualified bidder using best value consideration, with the state reserving the right to award on individual item basis or as a group of items. The state may extend the contract beyond the expiration date with contractor consent and may cancel with thirty days' written notice. Bidders must indicate willingness to extend pricing to Maine political subdivisions and school districts.