2019 Impaired Driving Conference

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, specifically the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, Office of Grants and Research- Highway Safety Division (EOPSS/OGR/HSD), is seeking to contract with a single organization to provide meeting facilities, logistical support, and a reserve block of hotel sleeping rooms for a multi-day Impaired Driving Assessment conference planned for December 2-7, 2018 in the greater Boston area. The selected vendor must provide a main meeting room to accommodate 30-40 people, a separate office/work room, and various meeting room equipment and support services. The contract is for an initial duration of 6 months with no renewal options, and the maximum obligation of the contract is up to $15,000. The evaluation criteria focus on the strength and completeness of the proposal, the suitability of the facilities and services, and providing the "Best Value" to the Commonwealth.

All bidders are required to commit to partnering with certified Minority Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, Veteran Business Enterprises, and other diverse businesses for a significant portion of the contract value. Prompt payment discounts are also required. The related state and local contract opportunity involves the jurisdictions of Suffolk County and the City of Boston in Massachusetts. No details are provided on any incumbent vendors or contractors, nor on the available budget or award range for this contract.