Level B MOPP Response Suits

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotations for Level B MOPP (Mission-Oriented Protective Posture) Response Suits, with quotations due August 28, 2014. All submissions must be made electronically through the State of Maine's Vendor Self Service (VSS) platform by 2:00 p.m. local time.

Bidders must meet dual certification to NFPA 1994 Class 2 and NFPA 1992 standards — the central capability filter. The suits must incorporate vapor-tight face mask configuration, lightweight Coretech barrier material technology, one-glove design, and carry a 10-year shelf life. Bidders must mark compliance with each specification or submit detailed explanations and justifications for approved equal alternatives on separate pages. Submission of false or misleading information or failure to provide requested documentation will result in bid rejection as unresponsive.

The award will be made on a best-value basis considering the degree to which specifications are met, along with price and delivery. Price receives a minimum weight of 25 percent of all evaluation criteria. Bidders must submit unit prices, delivery days in numerical format only, and supporting documentation including MSDS sheets and specification data through the VSS portal. Quotations must exclude all federal and state taxes. The State reserves the right to reject any or all quotations, waive irregularities, accept partial quotations, and increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent at agreed-upon pricing. All deliveries are FOB Destination with transportation costs prepaid by the successful bidder. Payment terms are net 30 from receipt of a correct invoice. Questions and requests for clarification must be submitted through the designated Question and Answer portal, with responses posted for all vendors to access.