Lot of Landscaping/Seasonal Tools

The State of Maine Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management, Military Bureau is requesting quotations for landscaping and seasonal tools—four Husqvarna W520 push lawn mowers, four Honda HSS724AW 24-inch two-stage snow blowers, one Husqvarna 525PT5S gas-powered pole saw, and four Husqvarna 535LS gas-powered string trimmers—with quotations due April 17, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

All items are specified by model number, making this a single-source procurement. Quotations must include detailed itemized pricing, delivery dates, product data sheets, warranty information, and a completed bid cover page with debarment certification, submitted exclusively through AdvantageME Vendor Self Service in Word, Excel, or PDF format. Delivery must occur within 6 to 8 weeks of purchase order award on an FOB Destination basis, with all shipping costs included in the bid price. The State of Maine is tax-exempt and requires quotations without tax inclusion.

Evaluation is on a best value basis considering conformity with specifications, delivery dates, and price, with award ultimately determined by lowest price among compliant bidders. Quotations must remain valid and binding for 180 days from bid opening. Payment is anticipated on net 30 terms upon receipt of acceptable invoice. The state reserves the right to waive minor informalities, authorize other state departments to use the resulting contract, and decline award to the lowest bidder based on documented poor performance or prior contract termination within five years.