Simplified Immunization Schedules 2011

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is soliciting bids for Simplified Immunization Schedules 2011, with electronic quotes closing at 2:00 p.m. local time on August 16, 2011. A recycled-content preference of up to 10% price preference applies to bidders submitting proposals with a minimum of 30% post-consumer recycled material content that are within 10% of the lowest compliant bid.

The scope includes paper products and printing services. All bids must include detailed fiber-content specifications, identifying the percentage of post-consumer recycled fiber and certified virgin fiber sourced from well-managed forests. Acceptable certifications include the American Tree Farm System (ATFS), Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Master Logger Certification Program (MLCP), Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)-affiliated entities, or Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). Bidders must submit proof of supplier chain-of-custody certification and identify all certification labels applied to proposed products. Vendors bidding recycled paper products must clearly indicate recycled content percentage in their response comments to qualify for price preference consideration.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value, considering quality, conformity to specifications, delivery dates, overall economy, and vendor past performance. The State reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, waive formalities and technicalities, increase or decrease quantities by up to 10%, and resolve tie bids favoring in-state bidders or those offering Maine-manufactured products. The contract is subject to extension beyond the initial expiration date with contractor consent, with the total contract period not to exceed three years. An overrun of up to 3% is permitted. Electronic submission is required; all transportation charges must be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State sales and use taxes. Samples, when required, must be furnished free of charge.