Kodak Microfilm Supplies

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is soliciting bids for Kodak microfilm supplies for the 2010–2011 fiscal year, with bids due August 30, 2010.

Bids must be submitted in sealed form to the Division of Purchases office at Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine, and must arrive prior to the closing date and time. Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item specified, with pricing stated in the units and quantities listed and delivered to destination. Bids received after the closing deadline will not be considered.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value to the State of Maine, with evaluation factors including quality, conformity with specifications, delivery dates, and ultimate cost. The State reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent. Transportation charges must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. Bidders must specify delivery terms and cash discounts; discount percentages under 20 days are not considered in contract award determination. The State is exempt from federal and Maine state sales and use taxes, and bidders should quote accordingly.

All manufacturers, importers, suppliers, or distributors of hazardous chemicals must provide current material safety data sheets in compliance with Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law. In case of contractor default, the State may procure materials from alternative sources and charge any excess costs to the contractor.