Industrial, Disposable Wipes - Contract

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids on industrial disposable wipes under a one-year contract running through July 31, 2010, with bids due July 21, 2009.

Bidders must supply pop-out dispenser pack units containing 100 wipes per box, 8 boxes per case, measuring 16.4" x 9.8", with a minimum of 40% post-consumer recovered materials. The current product in use is Wypall L30 #05800. Bidders must submit descriptive literature, manufacturer specifications, and product samples by the bid opening date, along with certification that products meet all specifications and EPA recycled-content guidelines.

The estimated annual volume is 730 cases with an approximate value of $23,257.80. Deliveries must be made to the Division of Purchases Central Warehouse at 85 Leighton Road, Augusta, Maine, within 7 working days of order receipt on 40 x 48 non-exchangeable pallets. Receiving hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. All transportation and delivery charges must be included in quoted prices, which must remain firm for the contract duration. Vendors must accept credit card payments with no surcharges permitted.

The state gives preference to products containing the highest percentage of post-consumer recycled or certified virgin fiber content and will pay up to a 4% price premium for products meeting 100% fiber-content standards. In cases of tie bids, preference is given to in-state bidders or those offering Maine-produced or manufactured commodities. The state reserves the right to increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to ten percent and to cancel the contract with thirty days' written notice. Contractors must exclude Federal and Maine State sales and use taxes from pricing.