Kawasaki Mule Pro-Fxt EPS UTV w/ Full cab including heat/ac

The State of Maine Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management is requesting quotations for one 2023 Kawasaki Mule PRO-FXT EPS with full cab including heat and air conditioning under RFQ 15A 22072500000000000025, with quotations due August 24, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Quotations must be submitted through the State of Maine's AdvantageME Vendor Self Service e-procurement system. Bidders may submit multiple quotations offering alternative items or pricing. All bid responses must remain valid and binding for a minimum of 180 days from bid opening. Product data sheets, warranty information, a completed bid cover page, and a debarment certification form are required with each quotation.

The state employs a best value determination methodology that considers product quality, conformity with specifications, delivery dates, and state interests, with contract awards made to the lowest-priced bidder among those meeting specifications. Delivery terms are FOB Destination with all shipping charges included in the bid price. Quotations must exclude federal, state, and local taxes; the state provides an exemption certificate upon application.

The state reserves the right to negotiate with the selected bidder at the same rate presented in the quotation, to reject the lowest bidder for documented poor performance or prior contract termination within five years, and to authorize other state departments to use any resulting contract.