BUSINESS REFERENCE FORMS~13.docx

This is a Business Reference Form template for the Massachusetts Veterans Home at Holyoke's Request for Response (RFR) for Vending Machine Company services. The form is designed to collect bidder references that will be contacted to verify the bidder's qualifications and abilities to provide vending machines for the new Holyoke Veterans Home Facility located at 120 Cherry Street, with an opening targeted for late summer or early fall of 2026. The template accommodates multiple reference entries, with each reference requiring detailed contact information including the reference name, contact person, address, email address, phone number, and fax or other communication numbers. Bidders must also provide descriptions and dates of commodities or services previously provided to each reference, demonstrating relevant experience and past performance.

The form does not specify the exact number of references required, as this is indicated as "Insert number here" in the template. The department reserves the right to deem a bidder's response unresponsive if a listed reference cannot be reached after reasonable attempts to contact them. This Business Reference Form serves as a critical evaluation tool to establish bidder capability and track record prior to award consideration for supplying and servicing vending machines at the two locations within the new facility.