Plastic Zip Lock Envelope 3"x4" Clear 4 Mil

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotes for plastic zip lock envelopes measuring 3" × 4" in clear 4 mil thickness, with quotes due July 27, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. local time. Questions must be submitted no later than 48 hours prior to bid closing through the AdvantageME VSS platform.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value, considering quality, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and overall economy. All quotes must be submitted electronically and include separate unit prices stated as delivered to destination, with all transportation charges prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. Cash discounts of 20 days or longer will be considered in determining the low bidder; discounts under 20 days will not be considered. Vendors may submit alternate commodities with complete identification and descriptive literature; omission of such information constitutes agreement to furnish the item as specified.

The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes, and bidders should quote accordingly. In the event of tie bids, preference will be given to in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine. The Division reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, waive formalities and technicalities, and increase or decrease quantities by up to 10%. The State also reserves the right to procure materials from alternative sources in case of contractor default and charge excess costs to the contractor, though the contractor is not liable for delays arising from strikes, fires, Acts of God, or other causes beyond reasonable prevention.

All questions and answers will be posted on the Solicitation Details View page in the AdvantageME VSS system; vendors are responsible for monitoring this platform for updates and clarifications. Responses obtained through alternative channels will not be considered valid.