24-DOC-1000-Containers

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) is seeking multiple contractors to establish a pre-qualified vendor list for the purchasing, renting, leasing, service, or maintenance of various types of portable structures and vehicle bodies/trailers. The contract will cover tow-behind cargo trailers, tractor trailer box units (including refrigeration units), mobile office trailers, and drop containers to be used for material storage, equipment storage, temporary offices, food storage, and record storage at multiple DOC facilities across Middlesex County, Norfolk County, and Worcester County. The contract term will be up to 3 years initially with two 2-year renewal options, for a total maximum duration of 7 years. Bidders must provide information on their company background, service capabilities, product offerings, and applicable discounts. Pricing requirements include hourly service rates and the ability for the DOC to negotiate "best value" discounts.

This contract has a Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) component, requiring bidders to commit a minimum of 1% of contract revenues to partnering with diverse businesses and non-profit organizations certified by the Supplier Diversity Office. The estimated annual value of purchases under this contract is $192,619, though the Commonwealth makes no guarantee of any minimum purchase levels. Federal funds may be used to support this contract. There is no identified incumbent vendor for this Department Procurement contract.