Heavy Duty Vehicles, Road Maintenance and Construction Equipment

The Massachusetts Heavy Duty Vehicles, Road Maintenance and Construction Equipment state-wide contract (VEH111) provides comprehensive procurement options for vehicles and equipment across seven critical categories: trucks, heavy equipment, paving/road equipment, utilities service equipment, buses, snow removal vehicles, and trailers. The vehicle focuses specifically on heavy-duty assets over 26,001 Gross Vehicle Weight, enabling eligible entities including state agencies, local governments, educational institutions, and public purchasing cooperatives to acquire new vehicles with flexible pricing structures. Procurement is designed to support environmental initiatives, with particular emphasis on alternative fuel technologies, zero-emission vehicles, and lower carbon fuel options.

The contract is administered by the Massachusetts Operational Services Division (OSD) and operates from November 1, 2021, through October 31, 2027, with an estimated annual contract value of $39 million. Prime contractors include Ahearn Equipment, Allegiance Trucks, Anderson Motors, Ballard Mack Sales & Service, and Barry Equipment, with the OSD anticipating awarding one to two contractors per equipment category and manufacturer. The contract type allows for percentage discounts off manufacturer's list prices, requires vendors to provide statewide coverage, and mandates a minimum one-year warranty. Pricing must be equal to or better than the contractor's best customer pricing, with additional provisions for prompt payment and volume discounts.