HD Truck, 2016 Ford 450 HD 4x4 with 8' Rack body

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Bureau of General Services, Division of Purchases is requesting quotations on one 2016 Ford 450 HD 4x4 crew-cab truck with 8-foot rack body for the Maine Army National Guard training sites statewide under RFQ, with quotations due May 18, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. local time through the State of Maine's Advantage Vendor Self Service electronic system.

The vehicle must be a 2016 Ford F-Series 450 with 6.7L Power Stroke V8 diesel engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, and 4x4 configuration. The RFQ specifies detailed requirements for exterior color (preferred in green, blue, brown, black, or maroon), interior features, functional equipment, and safety systems. Delivery is FOB Destination to 194 Winthrop Street, Building 8, Camp Keyes, Augusta, Maine 04330. The vehicle must be delivered with lead-free wheel weights, current valid Maine state inspection stickers, and all required Motor Vehicle Division forms completed. All shipping costs must be included in the bid price; the State is exempt from federal and Maine state sales and use taxes and quotations should exclude these.

Award will be made on a "Best Value" basis, considering conformity with specifications, qualities of the goods, delivery date, and the State's best interest, with the lowest-priced qualified bidder receiving the contract. Quotations and pricing will remain firm and binding for 180 days from the bid opening date. Bidders may submit multiple quotations offering alternative items or pricing. All questions and responses must be submitted through the Advantage system's Q&A portal. The State anticipates net 30 payment terms upon receipt of an accurate invoice referencing the contract number and correct pricing.