GPS units- maine forest service

The Maine Forest Service is seeking bids on GPS units and associated software, with bids due February 17, 2011. The procurement carries a tie-break preference for in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

The scope comprises Trimble 79000-20 GeoXT 2008 stand-alone GPS systems with submeter post-processing capability, Microsoft Windows compatibility, 1 GB onboard storage with SD-slot expansion, Bluetooth and wireless LAN connectivity. Each unit includes a cradle, soft carrying case, power cord, stylus, Getting Started Guide, USB cable, and two screen protectors. The procurement also includes two units of Trimble 45955-VG TerraSYNC Professional Edition Software per GPS system.

Bids must be submitted electronically with separate unit prices for each line item; bids received after the closing time will be rejected. All trade and quantity discounts must be included in quoted unit prices. Cash discounts of twenty days or more will be considered in determining the lowest bidder. All transportation charges, including freight and express costs, must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State of Maine is exempt from Federal and Maine State sales taxes; bidders should quote accordingly. Bidders proposing alternate commodities must provide complete identification and descriptive literature. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value to the State. The State reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities and technicalities, and increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to ten percent. All deliveries must comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.