Wireless LAN equipment

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids on Wireless LAN equipment, with bids due October 13, 2011.

The solicitation is a competitive procurement of goods and services subject to the Division's standard conditions and instructions to bidders. Bidders must submit responses using prescribed forms and electronic submission methods, with unit prices quoted for each line item as specified in the solicitation. Delivery must conform exactly to purchase order specifications, and bidders must state delivery terms in definite language and any applicable cash discounts (discounts under 20 days will not be considered in award decisions). All transportation costs, including freight and express mail, are prepaid by the contractor unless otherwise specified.

The State reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive formalities or technicalities, and award to the lowest responsible bidder offering best value, considering factors such as quality, conformity with specifications, delivery dates, and ultimate cost. Tie bids are resolved in favor of in-state bidders or those offering commodities produced or manufactured in Maine. The Division reserves the right to increase or decrease order quantities by up to 10 percent and prohibits contract assignment, subletting, or transfer without written director approval. In cases of contractor default, the State may procure materials from alternate sources and charge any excess costs to the original contractor. Samples, when required, must be furnished at no charge. The State is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes; bidders must quote prices without these taxes. Contractors must provide Material Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous chemicals supplied in accordance with Maine's Chemical Substance Identification Law.