Master Agreement - Danner Boots

The State of Maine, Division of Purchases, is requesting bids for a Master Agreement supplying Danner Boots to the Department of Conservation, Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, and Marine Resources, with bids due May 4, 2011. Vendors must submit a notarized Code of Conduct affidavit by bid opening certifying compliance with Maine labor, environmental, safety, and human rights standards, including applicable wage laws, freedom of association, anti-discrimination protections, and prohibitions on forced labor, child labor, and involuntary prison labor.

The scope covers two Danner styles manufactured in the USA: the 29110 Fort Lewis Mens/Womens Uniform Boot and the 18000 Flashpoint Mens/Womens Plain Toe Work Boot. The estimated quantity is approximately 50 pairs over the contract duration, though actual demand will be determined by departmental need. Delivery must occur within 10 working days of order receipt, with boots shipped to multiple state facility and MaineDOT locations throughout Maine. Vendors must perform all inspection and quality assurance before shipment.

The contract period runs immediately through May 31, 2012, with options for two one-year renewals. Prices must be firm for the entire contract duration and include all transportation charges prepaid FOB destination. The State reserves the right to make a single award or split awards across vendors as it determines offers best value. Award will be made to the lowest-price bidder meeting all specifications. The State accepts Maine Procurement Card payment with no surcharges or price adjustments based on payment method.

Any vendor awarded a contract for apparel or footwear is subject to a 1% anti-sweatshop fee applied to total contract amounts, payable within 30 days of purchase order execution or quarterly for term contracts. Vendors must agree to extend contract pricing to Maine political subdivisions and school districts. The Division reserves the right to cancel the contract with thirty days' written notice or immediately for non-conformance with specifications and terms.