Purchase Contract; 6. 5L detuned short blocks

The State of Maine, Division of Purchases is requesting bids on ten units of 6.5L detuned short blocks, with bids due April 8, 2009. All components must be new and American-manufactured; no substitutions are permitted for listed manufacturers and part numbers, including Mahle pistons.

The scope is fully assembled 6.5L detuned short blocks without cylinder heads, equipped with specified crankshaft, camshaft, main bearing sets, cam bearing sets, plugs, valves, pins, and fasteners. All component parts are identified by National Stock Numbers and part numbers cross-referenced to Technical Manual TM9-2815-237-34P (July 2004). Bidders must submit unit prices and identify manufacturer information, part numbers, and lead times in days for each item.

Delivery is F.O.B. destination to Limestone, Maine 04750, with all transportation costs borne by the supplier. Pricing shall include all trade and quantity discounts. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State and Use taxes and will provide exemption certificates. The State reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive formalities and technicalities, and to accept items deemed in the best interest of the State, with awards made to the lowest responsible bidder. In case of tie bids, preference is given to in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

Sealed bids are due at the Division of Purchases, Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine by the April 8, 2009 closing time. Questions are due by March 4, 2009. Bid prices must remain firm for 90 days.