DFSMH RFR for Sand and Materials

This state and local contracting opportunity is a Request for Response (RFR) issued by the Massachusetts Department of Facilities & State Managed Housing (DFSMH) for the procurement of various earth and stone materials such as sand, concrete, gravel, and other construction supplies. The RFR seeks to award multiple contracts to qualified vendors for an initial 2-year term, with the option to renew for up to 4 additional 1-year terms. The total estimated spend over the 6-year potential contract period is $30,000. Pricing will be based on a unit rate structure with a firm fixed price and a percentage discount off the manufacturer's published list price. Successful bidders will be required to register and transact business through the Commonwealth's COMMBUYS procurement system.

The RFR is open to all public and private entities, with eligibility requirements including a minimum of 5 years of experience and submission of several required forms. The evaluation criteria include the respondent's qualifications and references, with points awarded based on years in business and reference checks. The pricing evaluation is based on the average cost of materials, concrete, and admixtures/materials, with higher scores for lower prices. Additional points are awarded for participation in the Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP). The RFR reserves the right to expand the eligible certified business categories for Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) partnerships during the contract term and to request spending reports.