Motor Fuel Analyzer

The State of Maine is requesting quotes on a motor fuel analyzer with quotes due November 30, 2011. All submissions must be electronic and close at 2:00 p.m. local time.

The analyzer must meet ASTM standards for gasoline quality analysis and measure specified fuel composition and quality parameters with defined accuracy, range, calibration, and data-reporting capabilities. Key technical requirements include measurement precision tolerances, response time for analysis completion, and reproducibility across multiple fuel samples. The equipment must be compatible with standard gasoline fuel samples and delivered to a Maine state laboratory facility.

In bid evaluation, the State will apply a tie-breaking preference favoring in-state bidders or those offering Maine-manufactured products or services. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder considering best value. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be considered in evaluation; discounts under 20 days will not factor into the award determination. Pricing must be quoted on a unit basis delivered to destination, with all trade and quantity discounts included. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine state sales and use taxes.

The State reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10% and to award on an item-by-item or group basis. Bidders may submit alternate commodity proposals if accompanied by complete identification and descriptive literature. All transportation charges, including freight, shall be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. Contractors must furnish items exactly as specified and provide current material safety data sheets for any hazardous chemicals as required under Maine law.

Questions must be submitted through the official Question and Answer link on the Solicitation Details View page; responses obtained through any other method will not be considered valid.