Laundering Machines WTO.docx

This is an Intent to Post Notice issued by the Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) announcing the upcoming solicitation of bids for laundering machines and related services under solicitation number 26-DOC-1000. The procurement encompasses two primary categories: Category 1 covers the purchase, lease, and rental of laundering machines for use in correctional facilities, while Category 2 addresses service, maintenance, repairs, and parts for laundering machines within correctional facilities. The solicitation was posted on February 2, 2026, with a response deadline of March 16, 2026. Bidders are instructed to monitor the COMMBUYS procurement platform for the complete Request for Response (RFR) and any amendments. Interested vendors may subscribe to COMMBUYS through the website at www.commbuys.com to receive notifications and track records using relevant commodity codes.

All bidders must comply with mandatory submission requirements, including completion of the Laundering Machines Response Form A, submission of a Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing (CASL) form, and a Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) Plan Form committing to a minimum of 1% of total contract sales through certified diverse business partners (MBE, WBE, SDVOBE, VBE, DOBE, and LGBTBE). Additionally, vendors must obtain PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) clearance prior to contract performance. The Commonwealth offers prompt pay discounts to qualified vendors, and contract awards will remain subject to SDP compliance on an annual basis aligned with the Massachusetts fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) for the full contract duration. Specific budget ranges and award values are not disclosed in this announcement; vendors must consult the complete RFR for detailed evaluation criteria and contract terms.