ࡱ> @B? !bjbjOHOH 7.-"c-"c5  WWWWWkkk8k''''''''$~*4-dC'WC'WWX'RWW''Vc%@'&tkj% 'n'0'%x-r*-'&'&b-W&C'C'$'- : Quotes must be submitted electronically. Additional and alternate bids may also be submitted. File attachments may be uploaded to the electronic quote response. Supporting documents and literature may be faxed or mailed to the Division of Procurement Services prior to bid opening. Whenever, in quotes and specifications, an article or material is defined by using a trade name and catalog number of a manufacturer or vendor, the term or approved equal, if not inserted therewith, shall be implied. Any reference to a manufacturers product either by trade name or by limited description has been made solely for more clearly indicating the minimum standard of quality desired. The term or approved equal is defined as meaning any other make which in the opinion of the Director is of such character, quality and performance equivalence as to serve the purpose for which it is to be used equally as well as that specified. Consideration will be given to proposals submitted on alternate commodities to the extent that such action is deemed to serve the best interests of the State. The bidder quoting on a commodity other than as specified shall furnish complete identification, descriptive literature or data with respect to the alternate commodity he/she proposes to furnish. Lack of such information on the quote may be construed to mean that the bidder proposes to furnish the commodity as described. Submit a separate unit price for each item unless otherwise specified in the quote request. Awards will be made to the bidder offering the best value to the State of fb88, taking into consideration the qualities of the goods or services to be supplied, their conformity to specifications, the purposes for which they are required, the date of delivery and the best interest of the State. (5 MRSA 1825, B7). Award will be made on a basis of each item, or as a group, whichever is to the best interest of the State. Prices should be stated in units of the quantity specified, delivered to destination, including all trade or quantity discounts. Electronic secure responses must be submitted. Quotes close at 4:00 p.m., local time, on the announced day. The State of fb88 is not responsible for delays due to network congestion. Quotes may be withdrawn by written notice provided such notice is received prior to the final contract/order. Tabulations will, after the award of the Master Agreement or Purchase Order, be available for public inspection. Any discrepancy between unit and total prices will be governed by unit price on the original quote. The Division of Procurement Services reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, to waive any formality and technicality in quotes, and, unless otherwise specified by the bidder, to accept any item or items in the quote deemed best for the interest of the State of fb88. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder, considering the best value to the State. The quality of the services supplies, materials or equipment to be supplied, their conformity with specifications, the purpose for which required, date of delivery, and ultimate cost thereof to the State, are the general value components will best secure the greatest possible economy consistent with the grade or quality of services, supplies, materials and equipment best adapted for the purpose for which needed. Tie quotes shall be resolved based on factors deemed by the Director to serve the best interests of the State or by the drawing of lots, if price, quality, availability and other factors being equal, master agreements or purchases shall be awarded to the in-state bidder or to bidder offering commodities produced or manufactured in the State of fb88, and services rendered by fb88 bidders. Where grades are not specified in inquiry, give grade on which you quote, using forms which have a definite meaning to the trade. Samples of items, when required, must be furnished free of charge and, if not destroyed, will upon request be returned COLLECT, unless STAMPS for postage and insurance must be forwarded with sample. Delivery included with the text of quote document. The contractor must furnish the item as specified on the Purchase Order and any deviation there from will be grounds for rejection. All transportation charges, including expense for freight, transfer, express, mail etc., shall be prepaid and be at the expense of the contractor unless otherwise specified in the quote. All deliveries shall comply in every respect with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations. Please specify terms and cash discounts. Time, in connection with discount offered, will be computed from date of delivery at destination after final inspection and acceptance, or from date of receipt of correct invoice, whichever is later. A discount percentage under 20 days will not be considered in the awarding of a contract due to normal accounting procedure in the issuance of payment. A bid or quote with terms stating, less than 25 net will not be considered unless in the best interest of the State. Time of delivery must be stated in definite terms. If time varies for different items, the bidder shall so state. If time is of the essence, the earliest delivery date may be a factor in the award. The State is exempt from the payment of Federal Taxes on articles not for resale. Please quote less these taxes. Upon application, exemption certificate will be furnished with Purchase Order when required. fb88 State Sales and Use Taxes should not be included in your quote as the State is exempt from the payment of such taxes and no certificate of exemption is necessary. No Purchases Order or master agreement may be assigned, sublet or transferred without the written consent of the Director. In case of default by the contractor, the right is reserved by the Division of Procurement Services to procure the material or supplies from other sources and charge any excess cost occasioned thereby to the contractor. However, the contractor shall not be held liable for any failure or delays in fulfillment of his contract arising from strikes, fires, or Act of God, or any other cause(s) which by reasonable diligence could not be prevented. The fb88 CHEMICAL SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION LAW (26 M.R.S.A. 1709-1725) requires that all manufacturers, importers, suppliers, or distributors of hazardous chemicals doing business in this State provide a copy of the current material safety data sheet for any hazardous chemical to their direct purchasers of that chemical. 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