Potato Seeds

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids on potato seeds, with bids due April 17, 2009. Tie bids are resolved in favor of in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item using prescribed forms or electronic submission. Bids must be received at Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine by the closing date and time; late submissions will not be considered. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities and technicalities, and award to the lowest responsible bidder based on best value considering quality, conformity with specifications, delivery date, and ultimate cost. All items must conform exactly to specifications; deviations may result in rejection.

Pricing must exclude Federal taxes and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be factored into the low-bid determination; discounts under 20 days will not be considered. Transportation charges, including freight and express mail, are prepaid and at the contractor's expense unless otherwise specified. Delivery must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10% unless otherwise stated. For hazardous chemicals, suppliers must provide current Material Safety Data Sheets in accordance with Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law.