Electronic Ball Banking Indicators

The State of Maine is requesting bids for Electronic Ball Banking Indicators with bids due March 2, 2010. In-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine receive preference in case of tie bids.

The scope requires vendors to submit bids with descriptive literature detailing all features and options, including shipping costs to the designated delivery point. Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item as specified and may not deviate from the specifications without grounds for rejection. All transportation charges must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified.

Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value to the state, with consideration given to quality, conformity with specifications, delivery date, and ultimate cost. The state reserves the right to accept items individually or as a group, reject any or all bids, and increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10 percent.

Pricing must exclude federal and Maine state sales and use taxes. Bidders should specify terms and cash discounts; discounts computed from delivery or invoice receipt under 20 days will not be considered in award, and terms of "less than 25 net" will not be accepted unless deemed in the state's interest. Bids must be submitted to the Division of Purchases, Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine prior to the closing date and time. All questions regarding the RFQ must be submitted through the Question and Answer link on the Solicitation Details View page; responses will be posted in the same location. Manufacturers, importers, suppliers, or distributors of hazardous chemicals must provide current material safety data sheets in compliance with Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law.