ST9720 Secure MICR Printers

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting quotations for Secure MICR Printers under RFQ ST9720, with quotations due July 26, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

Quotations must be submitted electronically through the State's Vendor Self Service (VSS) platform. All supporting documentation must be uploaded within VSS. Bidders may submit multiple or alternate quotations prior to the deadline. Pricing must be submitted as separate unit prices for each item, exclusive of federal and state taxes. Delivery terms are FOB Destination with all transportation costs prepaid by the successful bidder. Standard payment terms are net 30 days from receipt of a correct invoice.

The State reserves the right to reject any or all quotations, waive irregularities, or partially accept quotations based on individual items or groups of items. Awards will be made on either a lowest-priced-conforming or best-value basis, considering quality, conformity with specifications, delivery time, and ultimate cost to the State, with price receiving a minimum of 25 percent weighting. The State may increase or decrease order quantities by up to 10 percent at the agreed-upon pricing. Time is of the essence for all purchases unless otherwise specified in writing, and the Division of Purchases may terminate contracts in whole or in part at its discretion if deemed in the State's best interest.