DFSNF-WTO Announcement for Hazardous Materials Meters and Detectors

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, specifically the Department of Fire Services, is procuring hazardous materials meters, monitoring devices, and detectors as required under the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreement. This state and local contract opportunity seeks to establish multiple vendor contracts to provide these products and related services, including accessories, parts, repairs, maintenance, calibrations, upgrades, and training. Eligible users include the Department of Fire Services and other state and local government entities. Bidders must meet various qualifications, certifications, and business history requirements, and proposals will be evaluated based on factors such as experience, pricing, warranty, technician certifications, and participation in the Supplier Diversity Program (SDP). Responses are due by November 7, 2017, and the anticipated contract term is 2 years with two 2-year renewal options, with an estimated annual expenditure of $300,000.

The contract opportunity requires bidders to submit an SDP plan committing a percentage of sales to certified minority, woman, veteran, and other diverse businesses. Bidders must also provide prompt payment discounts, which may be used by the Commonwealth as a basis for selection. No incumbent vendors or current contract details are provided, and the available documentation does not specify any set-aside designations or budget ranges for the procurement.