TRI-mountain 8600 survivor jackets

The State of Maine, Department of Conservation/Parks & Lands is requesting bids for approximately 50 Tri-Mountain 8600 Survivor Jackets, Style #8600 in Forest Green, with bids due December 28, 2010, submitted exclusively through the Vendor Self Serve (VSS) system.

Vendors must submit a notarized Code of Conduct Affidavit by the bid opening date, certifying compliance with applicable wage, health, labor, environmental, and safety laws; freedom of association; building and fire codes; and anti-discrimination statutes. The affidavit also requires attestation to human and labor rights treaty obligations, specifically addressing forced labor, child labor, involuntary prison labor, and physical or sexual abuse. In cases of tie bids, awards are given to in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine.

Jackets must be delivered in all sizes from Small to 4XL within 10 working days of order receipt. The contract commences immediately and extends through December 31, 2011, with two optional one-year renewals. Pricing must be submitted on a net basis including all transportation charges, fully prepaid and FOB destination, with prices remaining firm throughout the contract period. Vendors must accept the Maine Procurement Card as a payment method with no surcharges permitted. A 1% anti-sweatshop fee applies to the total contract value, payable within 30 days of purchase order execution or quarterly for term contracts. Vendors are responsible for thorough inspection of all garments prior to shipment and must repair or replace any defective items at no additional cost to the state. The Division of Purchases reserves the right to cancel the contract with thirty days' written notice or immediately if the contractor fails to conform to specifications and terms. Vendor questions are due 48 hours before the bid deadline.