Computerized rotary engraver machine

The State of Maine is requesting bids on a computerized rotary engraver machine with a proposal due date of January 16, 2008. Tie bids favor in-state bidders or those offering Maine-manufactured products or services.

The scope is a tabletop model with an adjustable T-slot system capable of engraving a wide variety of materials at speeds of 10 inches per second or faster. Required features include a touch-screen keypad, VCS Technology motion control, job preview with pan and zoom accessible from pendant and keypad, direct output compatibility with .dxf, .plt, and .cnc files, automatic surface sensing, multi-plate and batch processing, graphic job printouts, routing, and remote operation and tracking from a PC monitor. The machine must accommodate interchangeable spindles in 11/64-inch, half-inch, 4mm, and 6mm configurations with both top and bottom loading collet options, and programmable, manual, or automatic surface sensing downfeed modes. The equipment package includes a speed vise and medallion jig for simultaneous engraving of up to three medallions, and a cylindrical attachment option. The machine includes a two-year warranty on parts and labor with extended warranty availability.

Bidders must submit separate unit prices on prescribed forms or through the state's electronic bidding system. All bids must be received by the Division of Purchases in Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine by the closing date and time. Transportation charges must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. Bidders must quote prices exclusive of Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be considered in award determinations. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities or technicalities, award to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value, and increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10 percent.