Bridge timbers for 6 bridges in Eastern Region Lands Units

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotes for bridge timbers to repair six bridges in Eastern Region Lands Units, with quotes due June 28, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

In-state bidders and those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine receive a tiebreaker preference under the standard Division of Purchases conditions. Pricing must be submitted as separate unit prices for each item, delivered to destination with all trade or quantity discounts included. The Division reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10%. Contractors must furnish items exactly as specified; deviations are grounds for rejection. Bidders may submit alternate commodities with complete identification and descriptive literature.

Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be considered in determining the low bidder; discounts under 20 days will not be considered. Federal taxes and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes should be excluded from quotes. All transportation charges, including freight and express delivery, are prepaid and at the contractor's expense unless otherwise specified. Delivery must be stated in definite terms.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder based on best value considerations including quality, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and ultimate cost to the State. Electronic submission of quotes is required. The Division reserves the right to reject any or all quotes and waive formalities.