18-IND-7500-FurnitureMaking

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the MassCor Division of the Department of Correction, is soliciting bids for the acquisition of various commodities related to furniture making. This includes equipment, software, tools, servicing, modular/semi-finished/knock-down furniture, and miscellaneous parts, supplies, and hardware. The contract opportunity, identified as 18-IND-7500-FurnitureMaking, covers the jurisdiction of Norfolk County. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience, financial stability, and the ability to provide the required products and services. Evaluation criteria include company experience, correctional industries experience, financial stability, certifications, warranties, recall procedures, return policies, trade-ins, training and technical support, competitive pricing, discounts, small/disadvantaged business participation, and business references. The bid submission deadline is May 21, 2018 at 2:00 PM, and the contract term is up to 15 years.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and does not appear to have any set-aside requirements. No information is provided on incumbent vendors or contractors, or the current budget or estimated award value. Pricing for the contract will be firm for one year, with the ability to request annual price adjustments. Bidders must offer volume purchase discounts, special purchase or bulk order discounts, and prompt payment discounts, but no fuel surcharges or shipping charges are allowed without prior written authorization.