Mandatory _Guidance_Disaster_Backpack~1.docx

This document appears to be a mandatory guidance document related to a state and local contract opportunity for two-person emergency preparedness backpacks for the Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD). The key details are: 1) The backpacks must be red canvas fabric with the agency logo, 2) Only 700 of the 900 ordered backpacks can be delivered at one time, with the full 700 due no later than January 15, 2021, 3) White glove delivery service is required to bring the backpacks directly to the agency's floor and suite, with shipping/delivery costs to be included in the bid, and 4) The delivery containers must be of sturdy, durable material to allow for further transport throughout Massachusetts, and a photo of the proposed container must be submitted.

The contract opportunity description indicates that MOD has been hosting meetings with people with disabilities and local emergency preparedness professionals to explore emergency preparedness, and that MOD distributes backpacks filled with emergency supplies at these meetings. The contract is located in the state of Massachusetts.