May 2008


Entertainment31 May 2008 07:25 am

Company to Install and Deliver Mini window blinds

A custom blinds Company will complete delivery and installation within 20 to 30 days after receipt of order.Contract Shading Systems will complete delivery and installation within 20 to 40 days after receipt of order. In the event the delivery is not received within the contract delivery period, the contractor maybe held in default in accordance with paragraph 1, DEFAULT AND PERFORMANCE BOND in the North Carolina General Contract Terms and Conditions, and the state may procure the articles or services from other sources and hold the contractor responsible for excess cost occasioned thereby. It is important that agencies make the contract administrator aware of any delivery or installation problems.

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Entertainment27 May 2008 07:25 am

Window discount blinds Heat Reducing Capacity

Window window blindsvertical or horizontal slat-typeare more effective at reducing summer heat gain than winter heat loss.Because of the numerous openings between the slats, it’s difficult to control heat loss through interior window custom blinds, but the slats offer flexibility in the summer. Unlike shades, you can adjust the slats to control light and ventilation. For example, when completely closed and lowered on a sunny window, highly reflective discount blinds can reduce heat gain by around 45%. They can also be adjusted to block and reflect direct sunlight onto a light-colored ceiling. A light-colored ceiling will diffuse the light without much heat or glare.

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Entertainment26 May 2008 02:41 pm

Blind Measuring Requirements

In situations where the contractor will be installing window blinds and the agency needs assistance in performing measurements, it is the obligation of the contractor to take on-site measurements. Requests for on-site measurements should be forwarded to the contractor in writing, with the using agencys purchase order number, to be confirmed once the actual measurements are complete and the estimate finalized. A purchase order should result in all instances, unless the estimate exceeds budgetary allowances. Any abuse of this service by agencies should be reported to the contract administrator.

All requests for measurements should be made in written form by the using agency. The State will not be responsible for and misunderstandings that results from oral requests.

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Entertainment25 May 2008 07:25 am

Mini window treatments to be Furnished and Installed

If circumstances beyond the control of the contractor result in a late delivery, it is the responsibility and obligation of the contractor to make the details known immediately to the contract administrator. Delivery/Installation: This contract provides for window coverings to be furnished only or furnished and installed. In instances where furnish and install is requested, window treatments are to be delivered and installed within a guaranteed delivery and installation schedule.

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Entertainment24 May 2008 07:25 am

What to do if Circumstances prevent Delivery?

If circumstances beyond the control of the contractor result in a late delivery and installation, it is the responsibility and obligation of the contractor to make the details known immediately to the contract administrator.

Term Contract No. 870A

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Entertainment23 May 2008 07:25 am

Style It!

The paper and style of your cover letter should compliment your resume. You might consider using the same paper stock for both your cover letter and resume.

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Entertainment22 May 2008 07:25 am

Blind Measuring Requirements

In situations where the contractor will be installing window treatments and the agency needs assistance in performing measurements, it is the obligation of the contractor to take on-site measurements. Requests for on-site measurements should be forwarded to the contractor in writing, with the using agencys purchase order number, to be confirmed once the actual measurements are complete and the estimate finalized. A purchase order should result in all instances, unless the estimate exceeds budgetary allowances. Any abuse of this service by agencies should be reported to the contract administrator.

All requests for measurements should be made in written form by the using agency. The State will not be responsible for and misunderstandings that results from oral requests.

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Entertainment20 May 2008 07:25 am

Cover Letter Structure

Structure the cover letter to reflect your individuality, but avoid appearing too familiar, overbearing, humorous or cute. Keep sentences short and to the point.

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Entertainment19 May 2008 07:26 am

What to do if Circumstances prevent Delivery?

If circumstances beyond the control of the contractor result in a late delivery and installation, it is the responsibility and obligation of the contractor to make the details known immediately to the contract administrator.

Term Contract No. 870A

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Entertainment18 May 2008 07:25 am

North Carlolina General Contract Terms for custom blinds Installation

The Dize Company will complete on-site measurements within 10 to 18 days after request from the user. Contract Shading Systems will complete on-site measurements within 10 to 20 days after request from the user. In the event the on site measuring is not completed within the contracted time period, the contractor may be held in default in accordance with paragraph 1, DEFAULT AND PERFORMANCE BOND in the North Carolina General Contract Terms and Conditions, and the state may procure the articles or services from other sources and hold the contractor responsible for excess cost occasioned thereby.

It is important that agencies make the contract administrator aware of any measurement problems.

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Entertainment17 May 2008 07:25 am

Invoicing for Mini Blind Installation

The contractor shall invoice at the actual installation cost of the discount blinds, per location.The minimum installation charge shall apply only in cases where the installation cost of the window blinds exceeds the minimum installation charge.

*Location is defined as one or more buildings within close proximity to one another requiring installation service. The minimum installation charge is not intended to apply to each building at a single location. When installation can be completed at more than one building, and it is not necessary for the installers equipment to be transported by vehicle between the installation sites, only one minimum installation charge should be applied.

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Entertainment16 May 2008 07:25 am

Government Seeking Window Blind Inovation

“25 percent of the energy used to heat and cool buildings goes right out the window,” Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham said. “The innovative technologies receiving funding today will improve U.S. industrial competitiveness while reducing energy use, helping to make our nation more secure.” Existing window treatments and shades can be improved to help reduce energy costs.

The Energy Department selected 19 organizations out of 202 proposals to receive funding as part of two DOE programs: Inventions and Innovation (I&I), and the National Industrial Competitiveness through Energy, Environment and Economics (NICE3) initiative.

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Entertainment15 May 2008 07:25 am

Mini Blind Contract Price Control

There will be no provision in this contract for any increase or reduction in the contract prices for any installation for a state agency or public school without approval from the Division of Purchase and Contract.8. Substitutions

Substitutions are not permitted without prior written approval of this division. Failure of the contractor to comply with this requirement may result in the removal of the contractor from the contract.

Transportation Charges:

All goods shall be delivered FOB DESTINATION for all orders equal to, or greater, than the minimum order, when shipped to a single destination. Orders for less than the minimum order will be shipped prepaid, with transportation charges added to the invoice as a separate item. Transportation charges levied by the contractor for orders equal to, or greater than the minimum order, when shipped to a single destination, may be cause for removal of the contractor from the contract. In instances where the contractor makes partial shipments of an order to one destination which is equal to, or greater than, the minimum order, all shipments of the order shall be sent FOB DESTINATION with NO additional transportation charges.

Term Contract No. 870A

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Entertainment14 May 2008 07:25 am

Cleaning up after Mini Blind Installations

Upon completion of installation, vendor shall clean up and dispose of all debris occasioned by his work. All debris is to be removed from premises and rooms shall be left broom clean. If existing window treatments are removed, disposal of such should be at the direction of the using agency and if desired, the responsibility of the contractor. Disposal of window coverings may be off-premises, at the direction of the user.

14.B. Labels

All window treatments sold under this contract shall be labeled inside the headrail with CONTRACTORS name and date of shipment. If the contractor installs window coverings, the date of installation must be shown in place of the shipment date. Failure to identify window treatments will result in rejection by Quality Assurance Inspectors and invoices will not be released until such omission is corrected.

15. Quality Acceptance Inspection

Installations in excess of $2500.00 are required to have a Quality Assurance Inspection.

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Entertainment11 May 2008 07:25 am

Mini Blind Color Selection

Colors will be chosen from standard color selection (minimum 25) and alabaster must be available.window treatments are to be delivered within 21 days ARP (less holidays). Orders are not to be held to meet a minimum order quantity. Orders of ten (10) or more window coverings will be charged at one price and orders of nine (9) or less will be charged at separate price.No additional charge for hold downs for door installation.

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Entertainment10 May 2008 07:25 am

Place Your Title Here

Good resumes, applications, and cover letters broadcast your abilities. They tell employers how your qualifications match a jobs responsibilities. If these paper preliminaries are constructed well, you have a better chance of landing interviews and, eventually, a job.

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Entertainment09 May 2008 07:25 am

Mini Blind contract custom blindsChanges Definition

Contract changes, if any, over the life of the contract are implemented by contract addenda released by the Contract Administrator to the contractor. If the contractor is accepting orders and/or delivering through other parties, for example a manufacturer accepting orders and delivering through a dealer network or dealers receiving orders through a network of other dealers, then it is the responsibility of the contractor to apprise such parties of all such contract addenda.

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Entertainment08 May 2008 07:25 am

What is a Mini Blind?

The long horizontal slats are held one above the other by the rungs of ladder cords shaped like a ladder. The lower ends of the legs of the ladder cords are secured to the long rail under the slats. Their upper ends are attached to the drive rod in the housing, the elongated box above the slats. As the drive rod rotates, one leg of each ladder cord moves up while the other moves down, causing the angle of the slats to change. In one design, this rotation is achieved by pushing up or pulling down on a long handle called a tilt wand connected to the drive rod by a lever. Lift cords along the ladder cords are also attached to the rail. They pass through holes in the slats and into the housing above, where they go over pulleys, combine and exit through the cord lock. For safety it’s important that the lock always work. A downward pull on the main lift cord raises the slats by the cords pulling up the rail below the slats. The cord lock holds the main lift cord to keep the slats up until the cord is pulled to release the lock. The safety lock made the cord lock easier to use.

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Entertainment07 May 2008 07:25 am

Company to Install and Deliver Mini window coverings

A window treatments Company will complete delivery and installation within 20 to 30 days after receipt of order.Contract Shading Systems will complete delivery and installation within 20 to 40 days after receipt of order. In the event the delivery is not received within the contract delivery period, the contractor maybe held in default in accordance with paragraph 1, DEFAULT AND PERFORMANCE BOND in the North Carolina General Contract Terms and Conditions, and the state may procure the articles or services from other sources and hold the contractor responsible for excess cost occasioned thereby. It is important that agencies make the contract administrator aware of any delivery or installation problems.

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Entertainment06 May 2008 07:25 am

Mini Blind Contract Responsiblities

It is the responsibility of the contractor to call on any state agency, institution, public school, university, or participating non-state agency to discuss requirements and upon written request, take and guarantee measurements. Contractor is obligated to respond to such requests. Contractors responding to telephone requests for measurements will do so at their own risk. The State will not be responsible for misunderstandings resulting from oral requests.

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Entertainment04 May 2008 07:25 am

Energy Efficiency Funding

For more than 20 years, DOE’s I&I program has funded more than 500 energy efficient inventions with nearly 25 percent of them reaching the marketplace. Cumulative sales for those products total nearly $710 million.

DOE’s NICE3 program provides funding to state and industry partnerships (large and small business) for projects that demonstrate advances in energy efficiency and clean production technologies like advanced window blind and window shade systems. State and industry partnerships are eligible to receive a one-time grant of up to $525,000. The industrial partner may receive a maximum of $500,000 in federal funding. The non-federal cost share must be at least 50 percent of the total cost of the project.

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Entertainment03 May 2008 07:25 am

THANK YOU LETTERS AND NOTES

“Thank you” is a powerful statement that is seldom heard. Every thank you is an opportunity to sell your qualifications and to leave a fresh impression in the mind of the reader. Send a cover letter or note to employers and employment contacts whenever they have extended themselves in any way on behalf of your job search. At the minimum, a written thank you should be sent after all interviews.

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Entertainment02 May 2008 07:25 am

Mini Blind Measurement Dimensions

Width x Length (Width Is Always Listed First) If an outside mount is required, the Width of the window should be measured at the top, the middle, and the bottom, with the smallest measurement being the measurement recorded minus 1/4 inch to allow room for the brackets to be installed. The Length of the window should be taken on the right and the left sides, with the smallest measurement being the measurement recorded (do not deduct 1/4 inch from this measurement).

Width x Length (Width Is Always Listed First) For continuous curtain wall windows where outside mount is required, measure the Width from center line of window mullion to center line of window mullion, record this dimension. This should be treated as an inside measurement as stated above.

Call contractor if questions should arise prior to placing your order.

Term Contract No. 870A

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Entertainment01 May 2008 07:25 am

Sign Your Letter

Consider signing the letter in blue ink. It implies the letter is original. The only other ink color to use is black. Never use any other color on the cover letter.

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