Materials for Plymouth Crew Quarters

The State of Maine, Division of Purchases, is requesting quotations for materials for Plymouth Crew Quarters, with bids due August 23, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

The solicitation covers a detailed materials list for crew quarters outfitting and equipment, organized by functional category with specified quantities and unit types. The materials list is provided in the attached spreadsheet; specific item descriptions, quantities, and estimated requirements determine pricing submissions. Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item at the quantities specified, with all transportation and freight charges prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise noted. Cash discounts for payments 20 days or more are considered in bid evaluation; discounts under 20 days are not factored into awards.

The State reserves the right to increase or decrease order quantities by up to 10%, reject any or all quotes, and award on a per-item or group basis as deemed in the State's best interest. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value, with consideration given to product quality, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and overall economy. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes, and bidders must quote accordingly without tax inclusions. All hazardous chemicals supplied must be accompanied by current material safety data sheets in compliance with Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law.

Electronic submission is mandatory with a 2:00 p.m. deadline on August 23, 2012. Bidders may submit additional and alternate bids with supporting documentation via fax or mail prior to bid opening. All questions must be submitted through the official Question and Answer link on the Solicitation Details View page; clarifications obtained through other methods will not be considered valid.