Jackets - Mustang Ice Rider #MJ6280 - NO SUBSTITUTES

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids on Mustang Ice Rider jackets, model MJ6280, for Game Warden uniforms with no substitutes permitted and bids due November 16, 2009. The procurement is for 36 jackets in specified sizes: 1 Medium, 6 Large, 17 X-Large, 10 XX-Large, and 2 X-Large Tall.

The scope requires triple-layer construction with heavy-duty outer shell, AirSoft closed-cell foam insulation, and mesh interior lining. Jackets must include large chest vents, extra-long pit zips, fleece-lined handwarmer pockets, drawcord-adjustable waist system, and 3M Scotchlite reflective piping. Customization includes silkscreen back lettering for "MAINE" and "GAME WARDEN" in black, a badge tab on the front left chest, and two department-supplied patches affixed to each sleeve at shoulder height. The jacket carries a one-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, excluding products deemed to have received excessive or abusive use.

Bidders must submit a signed, notarized State of Maine Purchasing Code of Conduct Affidavit by fax to Sue Garcia at 207-287-6578 no later than the bid opening date and time. The affidavit certifies that the bidder and all suppliers at the point of assembly comply with applicable wage, health, labor, environmental, safety, and human-rights standards, including prohibitions on forced labor, child labor, involuntary prison labor, and physical and sexual abuse.

Bids must be submitted in sealed form or electronically to the Division of Purchases at 9 State House Station, Room 119, Augusta, Maine, prior to the opening date and time. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and award to the lowest responsible bidder. All transportation charges and freight costs are prepaid by the contractor. Federal and Maine state sales and use taxes are excluded from quotes. Cash discounts of 20 days or more are considered in determining the low bidder.