DCR 839 Campground Firewood for Massachusetts State Parks

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking bids from qualified contractors to provide bundled kiln dried hardwood firewood for state park campgrounds. The firewood must meet specific requirements for wood type, size, moisture content, packaging, and phytosanitation. Bidders must provide rate pricing that will hold for the initial 4-year contract term, with a 1-year renewal option. The solicitation has a bid release date of 3/25/21, a bid response deadline of 4/12/21, and an estimated contract start date of 4/19/21. Pricing components to be evaluated include the price per bundle, quantity per pallet, and any large quantity discounts. Bidders are also required to submit a Supplier Diversity Plan, committing a percentage of the contract value to be spent with certified Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and other diverse businesses.

The contract opportunity has no minimum Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) partner requirement, but bidders are encouraged to work with as many SDP partners as reasonably possible. The Commonwealth may award up to three contracts under this solicitation. Bidders must complete various Commonwealth-required forms, including the W-9, Electronic Funds Transfer Authorization, and Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing. While no incumbent vendor information is provided, the contract has an estimated value range, as the Department of Conservation and Recreation will be the primary user of the resulting contract statewide.