DFSJW - DFS-Speakers-2023 - Speakers/Lecturers

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Fire Services (DFS) is seeking to establish a pre-qualified list of speakers and lecturers to provide training and presentations on fire and public safety-related topics throughout the state on an as-needed basis. The DFS is looking for expert speakers to present at conferences, conventions, and training events for fire service, public safety personnel, and the general public. The DFS anticipates utilizing 6-20 speakers per year. Interested bidders must submit an application and resume/curriculum vitae, and the DFS will evaluate responses based on the relevance of the proposed topic, the bidder's expertise and public speaking experience, and the reasonableness of the pricing request. The contract term is from December 6, 2022 to November 30, 2032, with no option to renew.

This is a small procurement targeted to businesses participating in the Commonwealth's Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP). However, if adequate SBPP capacity is not available, the DFS will evaluate responses from non-SBPP businesses as well. The DFS has already awarded contracts to three vendors - Howard Cross, Joseph Nedder, and NY Fire Training - as a result of their bid submissions. The DFS will negotiate payment terms with selected speakers, which may include a flat fee or fee with expense reimbursement. Budgeted amounts and fair market value for similar training sessions will be used to determine reasonable pricing.