MCC-15 ballistic helmets for SOG

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Division of Procurement Services, is requesting quotations on behalf of the Department of Corrections Special Operations Group for 15 Level IIIA NIJ-approved ballistic helmets under RFQ 03A 240206-178, with quotations due February 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

The scope specifies ballistic helmets equipped with integrated communication devices, ballistic collar compatibility, ARC rails, quick one-hand adjustable strapping with metal mounting hardware, ratcheting size adjustment, night vision compatibility, and Velcro kits in black color, available in sizes medium through extra-large. All helmets must be tested through an NIJ-approved laboratory. Bidders may propose equivalent items with documentation proving equivalency; samples may be requested at the bidder's expense.

Quotations must be submitted via the State of Maine's Advantage Vendor Self Service (VSS) e-procurement system and include a specification sheet comparing bid items to required specifications, a cover page, debarment certification, and product data sheets in Word, Excel, or PDF format. Unit pricing is entered directly into VSS, with bulk purchase discounts submitted on separate pricing sheets. Quotations must remain valid for 180 days from bid opening. The State is exempt from federal, state, and local taxes and expects pricing accordingly. Payment terms are net 30 upon receipt of an acceptable invoice referencing the contract number.

The State will evaluate submissions on a best value basis, considering conformity to specifications, product quality, delivery timeframe, and lowest price among conforming bidders. The Division reserves the right to negotiate with the selected bidder, award to the bidder whose specifications most closely meet requirements if no perfect matches exist, or make no award.