Contract: Insulated Blk Lthr Gloves

The Maine Department of Conservation & Inland Fisheries & Wildlife is requesting bids on insulated black leather gloves, with bids due October 22, 2009. A mandatory Code of Conduct Affidavit sworn under penalty of perjury must be completed and faxed to Sue Garcia at 207-287-6578 by the bid opening date; this affidavit requires disclosure of all assembly plant locations and certification of compliance with wage, labor, environmental, safety, non-discrimination, and human-trafficking-prohibition laws across all jurisdictions where suppliers operate.

The scope is insulated black leather gloves with 100% deer grain leather outer shell, elasticized cuff band, slip-on style with rounded hem, and Thinsulate lining with at least 100 grams of insulation, offered in sizes small through 2XL. The anticipated quantity is approximately 100 pairs over the contract duration, though actual volumes ordered will vary. Contract term runs through October 31, 2010, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Delivery must occur within 10 working days of order receipt.

Bidders must submit samples by the bid opening date to the Division of Purchases via Vendor Self Serve (VSS) — not fax or email. Pricing must be quoted net, inclusive of all transportation charges, FOB destination, with prices firm throughout the contract duration. The State is exempt from sales and use taxes. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value, with in-state preference applied in case of tie bids. A mandatory 1% anti-sweatshop fee applies to total contract value, payable within 30 days of purchase order execution or quarterly for term contracts. The State accepts the Procurement Card with no surcharges permitted.