Shelving - Mobile, High-Density Unit w/Carriage

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids on mobile, high-density shelving units with carriage, with bids due December 7, 2009.

Bidders must submit separate unit prices using prescribed forms or electronic media. All bids must be received in Room 119, 9 State House Station, State Office Building, Augusta, Maine, prior to the opening date and time; late submissions will not be considered. Amendments may only be withdrawn by written or telegraphic notice received before final contract award.

The Division will award to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value to the State, based on evaluation criteria including service and supply quality, specification conformance, delivery date, and ultimate cost. Pricing should state units of specified quantities delivered to destination with all trade and quantity discounts included. Cash discounts of 20 days or more are considered in determining the low bidder; discounts under 20 days are not considered due to normal accounting procedures. All transportation charges, including freight and express delivery, must be prepaid and at the contractor's expense unless otherwise specified.

The State is exempt from Federal taxes on articles not for resale and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes; bidders should quote accordingly. The contractor must furnish items exactly as specified on the Purchase Order. The Division reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities, accept items deemed in the best interest of the State, and increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent. All deliveries must comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Contractors are not liable for failures or delays arising from strikes, fires, acts of God, or other causes beyond reasonable control.