[Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute] Conditional general competitive tender (post-qualification) for the purchase of a thermal digital plate-making system will be conducted.

Announcement We will conduct a conditional general competitive tender as follows. July 28, Reiwa 8 Authorized signatory for revenue and expenditure, Director of Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute Shinmei Kamachi 1. Items for Competitive Tender (1) Product Name and Quantity: Thermal digital plate-making system, 1 lot (2) Tender Conditions, etc.: As per the tender conditions document (3) Delivery Deadline: Friday, October 30, Reiwa 8 (4) Delivery Location: Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute, 3037-7 Kuromuta, Arita-cho, Nishimatsuura-gun, Saga Prefecture 2. Qualifications Required to Participate in the Tender (1) The applicant must possess tender participation qualifications based on Article 1 of the Regulations on Qualifications for Participation in Competitive Tenders for Procurement, Repair, Purchase, or Lease of Goods (Saga Prefecture Public Notice No. 129 of 1966) at the time of submission of the bid form. (2) The applicant must not fall under the provisions of Article 167-4 of the Local Autonomy Act Enforcement Order (Cabinet Order No. 16 of 1947). (3) The applicant must not be a company for which commencement of rehabilitation proceedings or commencement of civil rehabilitation proceedings has been filed under the Corporate Reorganization Act (Act No. 154 of 2002) or the Civil Rehabilitation Act (Act No. 225 of 1999). (4) The applicant must not have had two or more dishonored checks or bills at a financial institution, etc., during the period from six months prior to the bid opening date to the bid opening date. (5) The applicant must not be subject to a suspension of designation or a suspension of tender participation qualification measures for contracts ordered by Saga Prefecture. (6) The applicant, its officers, etc., must not fall under any of the following, and persons listed in b through g below must not be substantially involved in its management. a. Yakuza (Bōryokudan) (meaning the Bōryokudan as defined in Article 2, Item 2 of the Act on Prevention of Unjust Acts by Bōryokudan Members, etc. (Act No. 77 of 1991). The same applies hereinafter.) b. Bōryokudan member (meaning a Bōryokudan member as defined in Article 2, Item 6 of the Act on Prevention of Unjust Acts by Bōryokudan Members, etc. The same applies hereinafter.) c. A person who has not been a Bōryokudan member for less than five years. d. A person who uses Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members for the purpose of obtaining unjust profits for themselves, their company, or a third party, or for the purpose of causing damage to a third party. e. A person who directly or actively cooperates with or is involved in the maintenance and operation of Bōryokudan by providing funds or benefits to Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members. f. A person who has a socially reprehensible relationship with Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members. g. A person who uses Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members while knowing that they are Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members. (7) The applicant must have submitted a tender participation notification. 3. Method of Application to Obtain Tender Participation Qualifications (1) Applicants who do not meet the qualifications in 2.(1) and wish to participate in the competitive tender must fill out the prescribed "Tender Participation Qualification Certification Application Form" with the necessary information and submit it in person by 12:00 PM on Monday, August 3, Reiwa 8. a. Name of the department responsible for tender participation qualification review and submission location of the application form: Saga Prefectural Treasury Bureau, General Affairs Center, Procurement and Vehicle Unit, Postal Code: 840-8570, 1-1-59 Jonai, Saga City, Saga Prefecture, Phone Number: 0952-25-7194, E-mail: soumujimu@pref.saga.lg.jp b. Where to obtain the application form: The department in a. above or the Saga Prefecture website (https://www.pref.saga.lg.jp/kiji00326503/index.html) 4. Obligations Required of Tender Participants Applicants wishing to participate in the tender must submit a "Tender Participation Notification" and "Business Overview" to the General Affairs Division, Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute, by 5:00 PM on Monday, August 10, Reiwa 8 (must arrive by the same deadline), either in person or by mail. If you decide not to participate in the tender after submitting the "Tender Participation Notification," etc., please submit a withdrawal notification stating the reason in writing. 5. Tender Date and Time, and Tender Location, etc. (1) Tender Date and Time: Tuesday, August 18, Reiwa 8, 10:00 AM (2) Tender Location: Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute, 2nd Floor, Medium Conference Room, 3037-7 Kuromuta, Arita-cho, Nishimatsuura-gun, Saga Prefecture (3) Bidding Method: In-person submission of bids by the bidder. (4) Other: Matters related to the bid form are described in the "Tender Conditions Document." 6. Other (1) Bid Security and Contract Security a. Bid Security: Exempt in accordance with Article 103, Paragraph 3, Item 2 of the Saga Prefecture Financial Regulations (Reiwa 4 Saga Prefecture Ordinance No. 35). b. Contract Security: Exempt in accordance with Article 115, Paragraph 3, Item 3 of the Saga Prefecture Financial Regulations. (2) Invalid Bids: Bids submitted by any of the following shall be invalid. a. A person who does not have the qualifications to participate. b. A person who has committed fraudulent acts in the tender. c. A bid form with omissions or illegible entries in the amount or name. d. A bid form with entries made in a way that can be easily erased. e. A bid form with a corrected amount. f. A bid form with unclear intent due to typos or omissions. g. A bid form that can be revoked under Article 95 (Mistake) of the Civil Code (Act No. 89 of 1896). h. A person who submitted two or more bids. i. An agent who does not have the necessary qualifications. j. In addition to the above, any person who violates the conditions of the tender. (3) Suspension of Bidding: Bidding will be suspended if any of the following occur. Any damages incurred in such cases shall be borne by the tender participants. a. When it is determined that fair execution of bidding is impossible due to collusion among tender participants or disturbances. b. When bidding or bid opening cannot be conducted due to natural disasters or other unavoidable reasons. (4) Requirement for Contract Creation: Yes. (5) Method of Determining the Successful Bidder: The bidder who submitted the lowest valid bid within the limit of the planned price will be the successful candidate. Immediately thereafter, their tender participation qualifications will be confirmed, and if they possess the qualifications, they will be declared the successful bidder. a. If the successful candidate does not possess tender participation qualifications, the next highest bidder will be considered the successful candidate, and the confirmation process will be repeated until a successful bidder is determined. b. If there are two or more bidders who submitted the same lowest bid price, lots will be drawn immediately to determine the successful bidder. In this case, if any of these bidders are absent or refuse to draw lots, an official not involved in the tender execution procedures will draw lots on their behalf. c. If there is no successful bidder after the first bid opening, a second bid will be held immediately (limited to two times including the first bid). (6) Details are provided in the "Tender Conditions Document." (7) Place to View Contract Terms, Tender Conditions Document Distribution Location, and Contact Information: Postal Code: 844-0022, Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute, General Affairs Division, 3037-7 Kuromuta, Arita-cho, Nishimatsuura-gun, Saga Prefecture, Phone Number: 0955-43-2185. (8) Payment Method: Within 30 days after receiving a proper invoice after product delivery. Product Name: Reference Model: Specifications, etc.: Tendered Product Approval Application: Other: (In the above notes, "General Affairs Center" should be read as "Ceramics Research Institute".) * Posting Location: Prefectural Website > Work & Industry > Tenders, Subsidies, Public Offer Projects > Tenders > Tenders (Goods Procurement) > Goods Procurement (General Affairs Center) * On the day of the tender, please bring identification that can confirm the bidder's identity (driver's license, etc.). Bid Security: Exempt in accordance with Article 103, Paragraph 3, Item 2 of the Saga Prefecture Financial Regulations. Contract Security: Exempt in accordance with Article 115, Paragraph 3, Item 3 of the Saga Prefecture Financial Regulations. * After the successful bid is determined, please consult with the person in charge below for delivery. Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute, Research Planning Department: Mr. Sekido TEL: 0955-43-2185 Delivery Deadline: Friday, October 30, Reiwa 8 Warranty Period: 1 year after delivery. Tender Conditions Document Thermal Digital Plate-Making System Mitsubishi-Oji Paper Sales Co., Ltd. (Mitsubishi Paper Mills, Ltd.) Thermal Digiplater TDP-459Ⅱ As attached. Quantity: 1 set - Includes all delivery-related costs. - Matters not described in this conditions document or matters with doubts shall be resolved through consultation between the client and the contractor. - For delivery, confirm the quantity before delivery, transport to the designated location, install, and perform external inspection and operational checks. Delivery Location: Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute (3037-7 Kuromuta, Arita-cho, Nishimatsuura-gun) - Provide prompt after-sales service. If bidding with a product other than the reference model, you must submit the attached "Application for Approval of Tendered Product" in advance and obtain approval for the product you intend to bid on. By 5:00 PM on Thursday, August 6, Reiwa 8, attach documents that demonstrate the product meets the above specifications and submit the "Application for Approval of Tendered Product" to the person in charge below for approval. Saga Prefectural Ceramics Research Institute, Research Planning Department: Mr. Sekido TEL: 0955-43-2185 1 set - In accordance with Saga Prefecture Financial Regulations. - When bidding, be sure to read the "Notes on Tenders for Procurement of Goods, etc." - The bidder who submits the lowest valid bid within the limit of the planned price will be the successful candidate. Immediately thereafter, their tender participation qualifications will be confirmed, and if they possess the qualifications, they will be declared the successful bidder. - The bid amount shall be the amount excluding consumption tax and local consumption tax. - The contract amount will be the amount obtained by multiplying the successful bid price by 110/100. (Fractions of a yen will be rounded down.) Specifications Document [Product Name]: Thermal digital plate-making system (main unit + dedicated software, PC) [Quantity]: 1 set [Purpose of Equipment]: For producing plate bases for ceramic printing. [Specifications] Main Unit ① Imaging method: Direct thermal method ② Maximum recording width: 350mm or more ③ Output length: 150-660mm ④ Output resolution: 1200dpi or more ⑤ Output speed: 30 plates/hour (A3 size) or more ⑥ Halftone dot angle: Can be set arbitrarily in the range of 0-90° ⑦ Halftone dot shape: Euclidean, Line, Raund90 ⑧ Power supply: Compatible with AC100V ⑨ External dimensions: W520 x D660 x H390 or less Included ⑩ Software: Include imposition and merging software, and software RIP. ⑪ PC: Include a PC equivalent to a workstation to control the software. Other ① The center will perform assembly and installation work and confirm that the equipment is operating correctly. (Prepare consumables for output tests.) ② Provide follow-up training after delivery. ③ Free warranty period: 1 year from the date of delivery. [Reference Model]: Thermal Digiplater TDP-459Ⅱ (Mitsubishi Paper Mills, Ltd.) Mitsubishi-Oji Paper Sales Co., Ltd. Tender Participation Notification Date: Month Day, Reiwa 8 To: Authorized signatory for revenue and expenditure Address: Company Name: Representative's Name: Administrative Staff Name and Contact Information: Phone Number: Registered Number (Goods) in Tender Participant Registry: We hereby apply for the general competitive tender for the thermal digital plate-making system, attaching the following documents. We confirm that the information in the application form and attached documents is true. Details: 1. The applicant must not fall under the provisions of Article 167-4 of the Local Autonomy Act Enforcement Order (Cabinet Order No. 22 of 1947). 2. The applicant must not be a company for which commencement of rehabilitation proceedings or commencement of civil rehabilitation proceedings has been filed under the Corporate Reorganization Act (Act No. 154 of 2002) or the Civil Rehabilitation Act (Act No. 225 of 1999). 3. The applicant must not have had two or more dishonored checks or bills at a financial institution, etc., during the period from six months prior to the bid opening date to the bid opening date. 4. The applicant must not be subject to a suspension of designation or a suspension of tender participation qualification measures for contracts ordered by Saga Prefecture. We pledge the following. We also consent to Saga Prefecture making inquiries to the Saga Prefectural Police Headquarters if necessary. 1. The applicant, its officers, etc., must not fall under any of the following, and persons listed in b through g below must not be substantially involved in its management. a. Yakuza (Bōryokudan) (meaning the Bōryokudan as defined in Article 2, Item 2 of the Act on Prevention of Unjust Acts by Bōryokudan Members, etc. (Act No. 77 of 1991). The same applies hereinafter.) b. Bōryokudan member (meaning a Bōryokudan member as defined in Article 2, Item 6 of the Act on Prevention of Unjust Acts by Bōryokudan Members, etc. The same applies hereinafter.) c. A person who has not been a Bōryokudan member for less than five years. d. A person who uses Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members for the purpose of obtaining unjust profits for themselves, their company, or a third party, or for the purpose of causing damage to a third party. e. A person who directly or actively cooperates with or is involved in the maintenance and operation of Bōryokudan by providing funds or benefits to Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members. f. A person who has a socially reprehensible relationship with Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members. g. A person who uses Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members while knowing that they are Bōryokudan or Bōryokudan members. Business Overview (Form No. 4) Form No. 4 Business Overview Company Name (Enterprise Name): Address: Representative's Name: Branch/Office Name: Address: Number of Employees: Phone Number: Number of Employees (Company Total): Sales Department: Technical Department: Total: Bid Form To: Authorized signatory for revenue and expenditure, Saga Prefecture In accordance with the Saga Prefecture Financial Regulations, we hereby bid as follows. The bid amount below excludes consumption tax and local consumption tax. Bid Amount: ¥ Delivery Deadline: October 30, Reiwa 8 Product Details: Product Name: Thermal digital plate-making system Specifications: As per tender conditions document and specifications Quantity: 1 set Date: Month Day, Reiwa 8 Address: Company Name: Representative's Position and Name (Signature): Agent's Name (Signature): *If the representative is bidding, sign the representative's position and name. If an agent is bidding, fill in the representative's position and name, and sign the agent's name. Power of Attorney To: Authorized signatory for revenue and expenditure, Saga Prefecture Due to circumstances, we hereby appoint the following person as our agent and delegate all authority regarding the following bid. Date: Month Day, Reiwa 8 Bid Date: August 18, Reiwa 8 Product Name: Thermal digital plate-making system *The delegator's position and name must be signed by the delegator. However, if the company, the delegator's position and name can be printed or rubber-stamped, the bid responsible person can sign their own position and name instead. Delegator: Address: Company Name: Name (Signature): (For corporations, Representative's Position and Name) *If the above name is not a signature, Bid Responsible Person: Position: Name (Signature) (For corporations, if the delegator's name is printed or rubber-stamped and cannot be signed, the bid responsible person signs their own position and name here.) Agent's Name (Agent's name can be printed or rubber-stamped, or handwritten by the delegator or bid responsible person) Application for Approval of Tendered Product To: Authorized signatory for revenue and expenditure, Saga Prefecture We hereby apply for approval of the following product as a tendered product.