13-9043-Pagers

The state of Massachusetts, through the Department of Correction, has issued a Request for Response (RFR) for Paging Devices and Services, contract #13-9043-Pagers. The intent is to establish a contract with one or more vendors that can provide statewide paging coverage to support the critical mission paging and messaging requirements of the Department of Correction users. The RFR outlines detailed technical specifications for the paging devices, including power supply, memory capacity, vibration alerts, and message window features. Vendors must provide pricing using the RFR's cost tables, with rates remaining fixed for two years after award. The initial contract term is up to two years, with three optional two-year renewal periods. The evaluation will consider pricing, past performance, prompt payment discounts, and other value-added services.

The RFR notes that federal funds may be used, and the Commonwealth makes no guarantee on the purchase volumes. Bidders must comply with the Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requirements, committing a percentage of contract sales to be spent with certified SDP partners, which include minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. The RFR does not specify any set-asides or incumbent vendors, but it allows for the addition of new contractors throughout the life of the contract. The Commonwealth has not provided a budget range or estimated award value for this procurement.