RBC62-1U replacement battery cartridge

The State of Maine's Division of Purchases is requesting bids on RBC62-1U Replacement Battery Cartridges, with bids due March 17, 2011.

A preference for in-state bidders or vendors offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine applies when price, quality, and availability are equal. Bids must be submitted electronically; all bids received after closing will be rejected.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder based on best value to the State. Contractors must furnish items exactly as specified; any deviation is grounds for rejection. All transportation charges, freight, and delivery expenses must be prepaid by the contractor and included in the quoted price unless otherwise specified. Bidders should quote prices excluding Federal and Maine State sales and use taxes, from which the State is exempt.

The Division reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities or technicalities, and increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent unless otherwise stated. Cash discounts under 20 days will not be considered in contract award. Manufacturers, importers, suppliers, or distributors of hazardous chemicals must provide current material safety data sheets in accordance with Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law.