DFSNF-RFR for Hydrants, Hydrant Parts and Repairs: Stow, Springfield & Bridgewater / FAC

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Fire Services (DFS), is seeking to establish a contract for the purchase of hydrants, hydrant parts, service, and repairs for the cities of Stow, Springfield, and Bridgewater. The contract, identified as DFSNF-RFR, will have an initial term of two years with two optional two-year renewals, for a total potential contract length of six years. DFS is looking to award contracts to multiple vendors that can provide unit-based pricing for parts and accessories with a percentage discount off manufacturer list price, as well as hourly rates for service and repairs. The evaluation criteria include the respondent's qualifications and references, years in business, price discounts offered, hourly labor rates, and warranty periods on repairs and parts. Respondents can earn additional points if they are certified as a Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) vendor. Responses are due by March 12, 2020 at 3:00 pm.

This contract is a small procurement targeted to small businesses participating in the Commonwealth's SBPP, but the RFR also allows for the evaluation of bids from non-small business participants if adequate small business capacity is not available. The current incumbent contractor and contract value are not specified. However, DFS anticipates spending approximately $8,000 per year on this contract, for a total of $48,000 over the life of the contract.