Request for Angle Fire Pump Relief Valve Series 1116 FM

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotations for Angle Fire Pump Relief Valve Series 1116 FM, with quotations due August 28, 2014. This is a product-specification procurement under RFQ format submitted through the State of Maine's Vendor Self Service electronic quotation platform.

The scope is a fire pump relief valve meeting the technical specifications outlined in the attached Fire Pump Relief Valve specification document, which establishes minimum standards for pressure relief, flow capacity, safety features, valve construction, materials, and operational parameters for fire protection system installations.

Quotations must be submitted electronically through VSS by 2:00 p.m. local time on the due date. All pricing must be unit-priced, quoted net 30, and exclude applicable state and federal taxes for which Maine is exempt. The State reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent at agreed-upon pricing. Delivery is FOB Destination unless otherwise specified, with the successful bidder prepaying all transportation charges.

Evaluation will apply price a minimum of 25 percent weight, with remaining criteria potentially including quality, conformity with specifications, delivery time, and overall cost to the State. The State reserves the right to reject any or all quotations. Questions must be posted through the VSS Question and Answer link. Payment will be made within 30 days of receipt of a correct invoice through check, Electronic Funds Transfer, or State Procurement Card, with no surcharge permitted for card payments. Any contract is terminable for non-appropriation and includes dispute resolution under Maine law in State administrative or judicial forums.