Metal roofing materials for bridgton

The Maine Department of Transportation is requesting quotes for metal roofing materials for the Bridgton Building #35710 under RFQ, with quotes due July 14, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. local time. An in-state preference applies — tie bids are resolved in favor of bidders offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

The scope covers metal roofing components in Imperial Rib design (36" width, 3/4" high ribs at 9" center-to-center spacing, 29 gauge) in ivy green: 28 sheets measuring 36" x 23'8", 27 sheets of the same dimensions, 1 sheet at 36" x 8', and 1 sheet at 36" x 19'3"; 60 closure strips; 10 rake trim pieces at 5.5" x 5.5" x 10'6"; 3,360 screws at 1.5" in ivy green; 2,230 linear feet of standard pine strapping at 1" x 4"; 8 ridge cap components at 10' x 6"; and 4 boxes of Paslode 2 3/8" x .113" ring shank galvanized nails (2,000 count per box). Delivery is required to Maine DOT Maintenance & Operations, Box 720, Portland Road, 2 miles north of Naples on Route 302, Bridgton, Maine 04009, with 24 hours' notice to Steve Cady at T-885-7000 or 592-3030.

Quotes must be submitted electronically through the State of Maine's AdvantageME procurement system and must include unit prices for specified quantities, delivered to destination with all applicable discounts. Transportation charges shall be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State is exempt from Federal and State sales taxes. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be evaluated; shorter discounts will not be considered. Awards will be made on a per-item or grouped basis at the State's discretion, considering the lowest responsible bidder based on quality, specification compliance, delivery date, and ultimate cost. Questions are due 48 hours prior to bid closing through the designated Question and Answer link in AdvanticeME.