Requesting bids for Sand Blasting Sand Est. qua 100Tons

The Maine Department of Transportation Bridge Division is requesting bids for garnet sand blasting material, estimated at 100 tons, with bids due April 25, 2008 and a contract period running May 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009.

The scope is garnet sized 30 x 40 (medium coarse) capable of removing heavy coatings and rust (20–40+ mils) while maintaining a consistent profile of 2.5–3.0 on steel surfaces. Delivery is required to MaineDOT Bridge Division at 1542 Fuller Road, Carmel, Maine 04419. Vendors must contact Barry Prescott at 941-4501 at least 24 hours prior to delivery. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for this hazardous chemical must be provided per Maine law (26MRSA).

Pricing must be quoted NET, including transportation charges F.O.B. various destinations statewide, and must remain firm for the entire contract duration. The estimated 100-ton quantity is an estimate only and does not represent a minimum or maximum obligation. All quoted prices are the final cost to the State regardless of payment method, with no surcharges permitted. The State of Maine requires vendors to accept the State Procurement Card as a form of payment with very limited exceptions. Separate invoices are required for each order and must include the maintenance lot delivered to and the cost per ton F.O.B. the maintenance lot.

The State reserves the right to cancel the contract with thirty days' written notice or immediately if the contractor fails to conform to contract terms. The Director of Purchases may extend the contract period beyond the expiration date if pricing and terms remain the same. Contractors must maintain records for three years following final payment and comply with federal and state environmental laws, Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act standards, and energy efficiency mandates.

Contact Sherrill L. Hallett, Buyer II, Division of Purchases, at 207-624-7341 or Sherrill.L.Hallett@Maine.gov for questions.