670 West Boylston Street Worcester, Massachusetts 01606-2092 P (508) 854-4207 F (508) 854-4208
Invitation for Bid SEALED BID # QCC0514-G004 3D Printer Quinsigamond Community College is soliciting bids for the Purchase, Delivery, and Set-up of a new 3D Printer, including removal of existing machine. Bid Documents will be available beginning Wednesday May 14, 2014 and may be obtained from 8:00 - 4:00 PM by email request to
[email protected]. Proposal to be based upon attached Bid Specification Sheet. Bids will be received until Wednesday , May 28, 2014, 10:00 AM at which time all bids will be opened, read and recorded. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and received at: Quinsigamond Community College Purchasing Department Administration Building, Room B07A. 670 W. Boylston St., Worcester, MA 01606 Bids should be clearly marked: #QCC0514-G004 3D Printer This is a sealed IFB and may NOT be submitted electronically.
Quinsigamond Community College reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to take action deemed to be in the best interest of Quinsigamond Community College.
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Information for Bid
AWARD OF CONTRACT QCC shall award the contract to the lowest responsible (demonstrably possessing the skill, ability, and integrity necessary to faithfully perform the work called for by the Contract, based upon a determination of competent workmanship and financial soundness) and eligible (able to meet all requirements for Bidders set forth in the Bidding Documents) Bidder within thirty (30) Days after the date of the opening of the Bids. If the Bidder selected as the contractor fails to perform its agreement to execute a contract in accordance with the terms of its Bid, an award shall be made to the next lowest responsible and eligible Bidder.
GENERAL 1.
Quinsigamond Community College is soliciting bids to Supply, Deliver and Set-up a new 3D Printer as per the attached requirements and specifications. The bid should also include the trade in of a Stratasys Prodigy Plus printer. The equipment shall be delivered by the winning Bidder within 14 days of receiving a Purchase Order. This will be a one-time purchase. Bids will be received until 10:00 AM, Wednesday, May 28, 2014.
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All proposals received will be publicly opened and read in Room B07A of the Administration Building of Quinsigamond Community College @ 10:00 AM on Wednesday, May 28, 2014
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All Bids shall me submitted as one ORIGINAL and one COPY.
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There will be no charge for contract documents.
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If any changes are made to this IFB, an addendum will be issued. Addenda will be mailed to all bidders on record as having picked up the IFB.
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Quinsigamond Community College reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to take action deemed to be in the best interest of Quinsigamond Communuty College.
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Questions pertaining to this Bid must be directed to: Lisa Schlegel in writing via e-mail at:
[email protected] before 10:00 AM on May 21, 2014. Written responses will be mailed to all bidders on record as having picked up the IFB.
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The following meanings are attached to the defined words when used in this bid form.. (a) The abbreviation “QCC” means Quinsigamond Community College. (b) The abbreviation “Bidder” means the person, firm, or corporation submitting a bid on these specifications or any part thereof. (c) The abbreviation “Contractor” means the person, firm, or corporation with whom the contract is made by carrying out the provisions of these specifications and the contract. (d) The abbreviation “Firm Price” shall mean a guarantee against price increases during the life of the contract Page 2 of 17
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Bids which are incomplete, not properly endorsed, or signed, or otherwise contrary to these instructions will be rejected as informal by the Purchasing Agent. Conditional bids will not be accepted.
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As Quinsigamond Community College is exempt from the payment of Federal Excise Taxes and Massachusetts Sales Tax, prices quoted herein are not to include these taxes.
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All prices are to be firm, unless otherwise indicated by QCC. Prices quotes must include all charges including Freight, Delivery and Set-up to Quinsigamond Community College. Time reserved for this award will be within thirty days of the bid opening.
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Awards will be made to the bidder with the acceptable qualifications in accordance with the specifications.
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The contractor will not be permitted to assign or underlet the contract, not assign either legally or equitably any monies hereunder, or its claim thereto without the previous written consent of Quinsigamond Community College and of the Purchasing Department of Quinsigamond Community College.
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When quoting, the bidder shall submit a signed copy of this proposal form and, if bid is accepted by QCC, shall constitute part of the contract of purchase. Do not detach any part of this proposal form.
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The successful bidder shall comply with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.
GUARANTEE 16.
It is understood and agreed that it shall be a material breach of any contract resulting from this bid for the Contractor to engage in any practice which shall violate any provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 151B, relative to discrimination in hiring, discharge, compensation, or terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age or ancestry.
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Quinsigamond Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Page 3 of 17
Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. 18.
The undersigned as bidder, declares that the only parties interested in this proposal as principles are named herein; that this proposal is made without collusion with any other person, firm or corporation; that no officer or agent of QCC is directly or indirectly interested in this bid; and he/she proposes and agrees that if this proposal is accepted he/she will contract with QCC in accordance with the specifications, also the terms and conditions as spelled out in this bid form.
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No Person, including but not limited to corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships or limited liability corporations, shall be eligible to receive a contract under this invitation to bid and/or request for proposal if that person has been convicted of any felony offense involving the distribution of controlled substances as that term is defined under Chapter 94C of the General Laws and, for contract to be performed for on-site services at Quinsigamond Community College, if that person or any person to be employed by that person in the performance of such on-site services has been convicted of a “sex offense” or a “sex offense involving a child” or “sexually violent offense” or would meet the definition of “sexually violent predator” as those terms defined in Section 178C of the General Laws and who must register with the sex offender registry board.
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The contractor will be required to indemnify and hold harmless Quinsigamond Community College, for all damages to life and property that may occur due to his negligence or that of his employees, subcontractors, etc., during this contract.
COMPENSATION INSURANCE & WORKER’S 21.
Public Liability Insurance: Contractor to supply QCC with certificates of insurance covering public liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 to any one person, and not less than $2,000,000 for one accident.
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Property Damage Insurance: Contractor to supply QCC with certificates of insurance covering property damage in an amount not less than $1,000,000 to any one accident, and not less than $2,000,000 for all accidents
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Compensation Insurance: The Contractor shall furnish QCC with certificates showing all of his/her employees connected with this work are protected under worker’s compensation insurance policies.
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WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS 24. Once a Bid is submitted and received by the Awarding Authority for consideration and comparison with other bids similarly submitted, the bidder agrees that he may only withdraw prior to the bid opening.
ALTERNATES 25. Each Bidder shall acknowledge alternates (if any) on the Bid Form. In the event an alternate does not involve a change in the amount of the base bid, the Bidder shall so indicate by writing in “No Change” or “0” in the space provided on the alternate.
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Bid Form #QCC0514-G004 3D Printer Bid Documents for submittal consist of the following: • Invitation for Bid • Information for Bid • Bid Form • Bid Pricing Sheet • Bid Specifications • Bidder Reference Form • W-9 Form • Certificate of Non-Collusion • Certificate of Tax-Compliance • Contractor Authorized Signature Listing • Commonwealth Terms & Conditions BASE PRICE: The undersigned Bidder proposes to supply, deliver and install the equipment according to the terms of the specifications to Quinsigamond Community College within fourteen (14) days of receiving a Purchase Order according to the contract price below, subject to additions or deductions according to the terms of the specifications. Prices quotes must include all charges including Freight, Delivery and Set-up.
A. The Bid includes addenda numbered (if applicable) ______________ B. The proposed Bid price is:________________________________ C. Delivery to be made within ______Days from Date of Notification of Award. D. The Bidder represents that it has received Contract Documents described above. Authorized Signature: _______________________________________________ Name Printed: _____________________________________ Date: __________ Company: _______________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________ Fax: ___________________________ Email: ___________________________________________________________
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Bid Pricing Sheet #QCC0514-G004 3D Printer
Bidders must state and identify the product offered , such as manufacturers name. Delivery to Quinsigamond Community College within 14 days of receiving Purchase Order.
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Name of Bidder_________________________________________________
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TOTAL PRICE
Specifications for 3D Printer Quinsigamond Community College QCC Bid #0514-G004 Due Date: May 28, 2014 Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) is soliciting bids for a new 3D Printer with 8”x8”x12” Build Volume Bid must include the following general provisions: Purchase, delivery, set-up and training Removal of existing machine, a Stratasys Prodigy Plus Delivery within 14 days of receipt of Purchase Order 3 year warranty on all parts and labor 3 year Educational Consumable Pack of build material 3D Printer Required Minimum Specifications Elite 3D Printer by Dimension or equivalent Footprint of 686 x 914 x 1041 mm (27 x 36 x 41 in.). or less Weight of 330 pounds or less 100~127 VAC Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Technology Build size: 203 x 203 x 305 mm (8 x 8 x 12 in.) Layer thickness: 0.254 mm (0.010 in.) or 0.178 mm (0.007 in.) Support Cleaning Apparatus (SCA) or equivalent Designed for Classroom use System operates unattended once build is started Noise level during build less than 70 decibels No ventilation required; no air born dust particles accepted Computer Interface and Software Compatible with Windows XP, Windows 7 Ethernet connectivity TCP/IP protocol, 100/10 Base-T network or equivalent STL file format Build Material
ABSplus Plastic or material of equivalent durability and strength Material must be non-toxic; require no glue or bonding Able to accommodate interlocking part connections Able to accommodate overhangs, complex geometries and working assemblies Parts must withstand temperature range of 30F to 100F Parts must withstand being dropped from 4 feet onto a concrete floor without cracking or breaking. No residue from parts on hands after normal in-class handling
Support Cleaning Apparatus Water soluble Soluble Concentrate - Case of 12 Service
Delivery and on-site installation 4 – 8 hours of comprehensive training Three year warranty on parts and labor; includes on-site service Operating manuals
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QUINSIGAMOND COMMUNITY COLLEGE BUSINESS REFERENCE FORM Bidder: ______________________________________________________________________________________ IFB Name/Title: _______________________________________________________________________________ IFB Number: _________________________________________________________________________________ The bidder must provide (indicate a number) ____3______ business references.
Reference name:_____________________________________ Contact: ___________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________
Phone: # (
) ________________________
Fax/Internet address: ____________________________________________________________________________ Description and date(s) of commodities and services provided: ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Reference name: _______________________________________Contact: _________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________
Phone: # (
) ________________________
Fax/Internet address: ____________________________________________________________________________ Description and date(s) of commodities and services provided: ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Reference name: _______________________________________Contact: _________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________
Phone: # (
) ________________________
Fax/Internet address: ____________________________________________________________________________ Description and date(s) of commodities and services provided: ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________
References will be contacted to confirm the bidder’s abilities and qualifications as stated in the bidder’s response. The department may deem the bidder’s response unresponsive if a reference is not obtainable from a listed reference after reasonable attempts.
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CERTIFICATE OF NON-COLLUSION The undersigned certifies under penalties of perjury that this bid or proposal has been made and submitted in good faith and without collusion or fraud with any other person. As used in this certification, the word "person" shall mean any natural person, business, partnership, corporation, union, committee, club, or other organization, entity, or group of individuals.
______________________________________ Signature of person submitting bid or proposal ___________________________________________ _________________ Name of Business Date
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CERTIFICATE OF TAX COMPLIANCE Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 62C, §49A, I certify under the penalties of perjury that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, I am in compliance with all laws of the Commonwealth relating to taxes, reporting of employees and contractors, and withholding and remitting child support.
______________________________________ Signature of person submitting bid or proposal ___________________________________________ _________________ Name of Business Date
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