Concrete Planks FY13: Richmond

The State of Maine's Division of Purchases is requesting quotations for 450 precast concrete planks for boat launch ramps in Richmond, with quotes due August 13, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. local time. Tie bids favor in-state bidders or suppliers of Maine-manufactured products.

The scope covers 450 precast concrete planks measuring 6 inches by 10 feet, each with detailed concrete mix, reinforcing-steel, and curing specifications. Concrete must achieve 5,000 PSI in 28 days and be water-cured for three days immediately following placement; forms cannot be removed until minimum 1,500 PSI is reached and at least 18 hours have elapsed. Reinforcing steel must meet ASTM A615 grade 60, and only non-chloride admixtures are permitted. Finished planks must exhibit clean, neat surfaces with proper grooves and be free of honeycomb and cracks. Casting dates must be marked on each plank, and concrete cannot be cast during December, January, or February. All deliveries occur at Peacock Beach State Park, Richmond, Maine (Route 201, 1009 Brunswick Road), with monthly delivery required and all planks due before November 16, 2012. Placement into stockpiles and delivery costs are included in the contract price; palletized delivery is not permitted. Nonconforming planks are subject to rejection and removal by the supplier at no cost to the buyer. Inspection occurs at point of delivery.

Award goes to the lowest responsible bidder offering best overall value, with evaluation criteria including product quality, specification conformity, delivery dates, and cost. Cash discounts of 20 days or more are considered in evaluation. Unit prices govern in discrepancies with total prices. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes. Questions must be submitted through the official online portal; responses posted there are the only valid clarifications.