Hats, Khaki brushed cotton twill- "get real, get maine! "

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is soliciting bids for khaki brushed cotton twill hats branded "Get Real, Get Maine!" with proposals due January 4, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. local time. In-state bidders and vendors offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine receive preference in case of tie bids.

All bidders and their suppliers at the point of assembly must comply with the State Purchasing Code of Conduct Affidavit, certifying adherence to wage, health, labor, environmental, and safety laws; legal protections for freedom of association; building and fire codes; and anti-discrimination provisions based on race, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or civic affiliation. Bidders must also affirm compliance with human and labor rights treaty obligations shared by the United States and the country of assembly, including prohibitions on forced labor, child labor, indentured servitude, and physical or sexual abuse. Bidders must identify the complete physical locations of all plants where assembly occurs and submit signed affidavits via fax to Sue Garcia at 207-287-6578 no later than the bid opening date. Copies of the code of conduct must be furnished to each supplier, with supplier affirmations of compliance obtained before bid submission.

Bids must be submitted electronically with separate unit prices for each item, delivered to destination with all transportation charges prepaid unless otherwise specified. Quotes must exclude federal and Maine sales taxes. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value, considering quality, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and overall economy. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, adjust quantities by up to 10 percent, and award items individually or as a group.