HMMWV Fuel Tanks

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is soliciting electronic bids for HMMWV fuel tank assemblies (NSN 2910-01-447-3911, Military PN 12460105) to support the Limestone military facility, with quotes due October 28, 2011 by 2:00 p.m. local time. A one-year fixed-price contract with potential extension is anticipated.

The scope covers 400–550 units of new fuel tank assemblies conforming to applicable Military Standards, with staged delivery across four phases ending March 31, 2012: 100–150 units each by November 30, 2011; December 31, 2011; January 31, 2012; and March 31, 2012. Delivery is to 125 Kansas Road, Limestone, Maine 04750. All items must comply with the Buy American Act. Item samples and manufacturer certificates of conformance may be required prior to award.

Bidders must submit unit prices and may propose alternates with complete descriptive literature. All transportation charges, including freight and express costs, shall be prepaid and included in bid prices; quotes must state definite delivery terms and cash discounts under 20 days will not be considered. The State reserves the right to award on an item-by-item or group basis and to increase or decrease quantities by 10%. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value; tie bids are resolved in favor of in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

Bidders must submit complete legal company or entity names with DUNS and CAGE code information where applicable. Contract award is contingent on successful screening through the federal Excluded Parties List System (EPLS) and provision of required certifications. The successful bidder must indicate willingness to extend contract pricing to Maine political subdivisions and school districts. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine Sales and Use Taxes. Orders will be transmitted via Delivery Order documents; the State retains the right to cancel with 30 days' written notice.