Fertilizer for Florida farm

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotes for 30 tons of 15-15-15 fertilizer to be delivered to Maine Seed Potato Farm in Miami, Florida by November 7, 2011, with quotes due September 29, 2011.

The fertilizer must meet guaranteed minimum analysis of 15.00% total nitrogen, 15.00% available phosphorus, 15.00% soluble potash, 4.00% total magnesium, 8.40% sulfur, and 1.40% total manganese. The product must be delivered in 50-pound plastic bags and be highly granular with no powder, dust, or residue to ensure successful storage in Miami's high-humidity environment. Delivery will occur via one or two flatbed truckloads with the vendor dropping the trailer for 3–4 days to allow unloading and storage, followed by vendor pickup of the empty trailer. Freight terms are FOB destination, with all transportation costs borne by the vendor. A sample may be required prior to delivery for product verification. Vendors must contact the farm at 305-235-2421 prior to delivery.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value, with consideration given to quality, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and overall cost. The Division reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, waive formalities and technicalities, and increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10 percent. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be evaluated in determining the low bidder; discounts under 20 days will not be considered. All transportation charges shall be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes, and quotes should exclude these taxes. All questions must be submitted through the Question and Answer link on the Solicitation Details View page; inquiries made through other channels will not be considered valid.