ADVERTISEMENT APPAREL 11-24.pdf

This document appears to be an advertisement for an Apparel contract opportunity. The contract is being issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Correction. The contract is for the procurement of various types of apparel items including shirts, pants, jackets, and other ancillary items over a 3-year term with two 1-year renewal options. The estimated total quantities for the 3-year base term are provided. Proposals are due on November 24th, with a public bid opening scheduled shortly after. A mandatory bidder's conference is scheduled prior to the proposal due date. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total price.

The contract does not appear to include any specific set-aside requirements. Pricing is to be submitted on a per-unit basis for each item. Bidders must provide detailed price schedules as part of their proposals. Funding for the contract will come from the Department of Correction's operating budget. No further details are provided regarding the current incumbent or the state's purchasing history for these items.