State Police Optics w/ Flat top flip up, iron sight top rail

The Maine State Police is soliciting bids for optics with flat top flip up iron sight top rail, with quotes due October 26, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder based on best value to the State, considering quality, conformity to specifications, purpose, delivery date, and ultimate cost. In case of ties, in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine receive preference. Bidders must submit separate unit prices for each item, delivered to destination with all applicable discounts included. Transportation charges including freight and express delivery shall be prepaid and borne by the contractor. Cash discounts of 20 days or more will be considered in the lowest-bidder determination.

The State reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by 10%. Samples, when required, must be furnished free of charge. Quotes must be submitted electronically and may be supported by literature or documentation submitted by fax or mail prior to bid opening. Contractors must furnish items exactly as specified on the Purchase Order; deviations may be grounds for rejection. Time of delivery must be stated in definite terms and may factor into award decisions if time is of the essence.

A Questions and Answers document addresses technical specifications, acceptable product alternatives, and compliance requirements; responses are binding and represent the official position of the Maine State Police. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes and expects quotes to exclude these taxes. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to reject any or all quotes and to waive formalities and technicalities deemed in the State's best interest.