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This document is a solicitation for a two-person emergency preparedness backpack issued by the state of Massachusetts. The backpack is intended to be used for emergency preparedness by state and local agencies. The solicitation requests proposals for the design, manufacture, and delivery of the backpacks, with a total quantity of 5,000 units to be provided. Responses are due on May 1, 2023, and the contract term is for one year with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms.

The solicitation outlines detailed technical specifications for the backpack, including size, weight, and required features. Pricing is requested on a per-unit basis, with the state reserving the right to make a single award or multiple awards. The solicitation does not indicate any set-aside requirements or the presence of an incumbent contractor. Funding for the contract is provided through the state's emergency management budget, with a total contract value not to exceed $1.5 million.