Removal, Refurbish and Installation of a body

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is soliciting bids for removal, refurbishment, and installation of a dive body, with quotes due March 6, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. local time. In case of tie quotes, the State applies preference to in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

The scope includes removal, refurbishment, and installation of a dive body system to detailed technical specifications covering dimensional requirements, material standards, and performance criteria set forth in the attached Dive Body Specification document. Bidders must meet all specified construction materials, dimensional tolerances, operational specifications, and inspection standards.

Bidders may propose alternate commodities if they furnish complete identification and descriptive literature demonstrating that the alternative serves the best interests of the State. Quotes must be submitted electronically with separate unit prices for each item, all-inclusive of transportation, freight, and express delivery charges prepaid by the contractor. Cash discounts for payment 20 days or more from invoice date are considered in determining the low bid; discounts under 20 days are not considered. The State is exempt from federal and Maine state sales and use taxes; quotes should exclude these taxes.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value to the State, with evaluation considering quality of goods or services, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, and overall economy. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10% and to reject any or all quotes. Supporting documents and literature may be faxed or mailed to the Division of Purchases prior to bid opening.