(24) Metal Fabrication Welders

The Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School District is seeking to procure twenty-four Miller Dynasty 300 Complete welders through a competitive bid process, supported by MA Capital Skills Technology & Equipment grant funds. The procurement is specifically for metal fabrication welding equipment, with detailed specifications requiring wireless foot control, Coolmate 1.3, four one-gallon coolant bottles, a small runner cart, W-280 Torch Kit, and associated accessories for each unit. Bidders must provide comprehensive pricing covering equipment, professional services, warranty, and delivery costs. The bid submission deadline is Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., with bids to be publicly opened at the Business Manager's Office located at 100 Cook Street, Billerica, MA. Potential vendors must submit any questions in writing to Purchasing Officer Julia Fentross by Thursday, February 27th, 2025, at 12 p.m. The solicitation requires successful bidders to provide on-site training, technical support, and a 3-Year Miller True Blue warranty, with mandatory equipment delivery within 30 days of award.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents, vendors must meet the technical specifications for the welding equipment and demonstrate capability to provide comprehensive professional services. The bid requires proof of transit documentation upon shipment and compliance with grant fund requirements. Delivery of the equipment is time-sensitive, with a strict 30-day timeline post-award. While the exact budget range is not specified, the procurement involves twenty-four high-end welding units with comprehensive accessories and support services, suggesting a significant investment in technical educational equipment. The procurement is designed to enhance the school district's metal fabrication training capabilities through state-supported technology and equipment funding, indicating a focus on workforce development and technical education infrastructure.