Bulk Liquid Oxygen

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids on bulk liquid oxygen for delivery to six state fish hatchery and rearing facilities, with bids due July 29, 2009.

The procurement uses a blanket ordering agreement structure with standardized pricing across multiple delivery locations: Palermo Rearing Station, Embden Rearing Station, Governor Hill Fish Hatchery, Casco Fish Hatchery, Enfield Fish Hatchery, and Dry Mills Fish Hatchery. Liquid oxygen is commodity code 88574, measured and priced in gallons. Vendors must submit unit pricing and delivery terms applicable to all listed facilities.

In cases of tied bids, preference is given to in-state bidders or bidders offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder considering best value to the State, with evaluation factors including service quality, conformity with specifications, delivery dates, and ultimate cost. All transportation charges, including freight and express delivery, must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes.

Sealed bids or electronic responses are due to the Division of Purchases, Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine, prior to the closing date and time specified. Bids received after the closing date will not be considered. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10% and to reject any or all bids. Contractors are prohibited from assigning, subletting, or transferring contracts without written consent from the Director.