Description
The State of Maine is seeking a vendor to supply 215,000 custom‑etched aluminum dog‑tag identification tags for the Animal Welfare Program, establishing a master agreement for future orders. The tags must meet precise dimensions, material, finish, and marking requirements, be packaged in bags of 50 and boxes of up to 1,500, and shipped in a single two‑pallet lot with a delivery window in late August 2026. The contract will run for an initial 12‑month period with up to four optional one‑year extensions. Bidders must submit an FOB‑destination unit price and indicate delivery days.
• 215,000 yellow 0.050‑in aluminum paw‑shaped tags, each individually etched with state logo, “2027”, “MAINE”, and serial numbers.
• Strict packaging: 50‑tag sealed bags, boxes ≤ 1,500 tags, two pallets total, delivery by Aug 24‑28 2026.
• One‑year price guarantee; optional extensions up to 5 years total; unit price quoted per tag (FOB‑Destination).
• Vendor must provide manufacturer literature, warranty, and be able to supply samples on request.
• Submission via Maine’s Vendor Self‑Service portal by May 15, 2026, 4:00 PM EST.