State flag and US flage for bid

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids for state flags and US flags, with bids due June 1, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

Bidders must submit electronic bids by the closing deadline. The State reserves the right to award on a per-item basis or as a group, whichever serves the State's best interest, and retains authority to reject any or all quotes, waive formalities, and increase or decrease ordered quantities by up to 10 percent unless otherwise specified.

In-state bidders and those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine receive tie-bid preference. Bidders must submit separate unit prices delivered to destination with all trade and quantity discounts included. All transportation charges shall be prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes, which should be excluded from quotes.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder offering the best value to the State, with evaluation criteria including quality, conformity to specifications, delivery date, and ultimate cost. Bidders may submit additional and alternate bids, with supporting documentation permitted via fax or mail prior to bid opening. Bid prices must specify terms and cash discounts computed from the date of delivery and final acceptance.