Dry Ice

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board (SRB), is seeking qualified vendors to provide dry ice for a contract term of 3 years with two 3-year renewal options. The SRB requires two 50 lb. blocks of dry ice per week to be delivered to the Cape Cod Mosquito Control facility by 3:00 PM on specific days, from April through November. Responses are due by 3:00 PM on October 25, 2017, and the SRB will evaluate quotes based on best value, references, ability to meet performance specifications, prompt payment discounts, and small business procurement eligibility. The estimated annual value of the procurement is $2,500, and vendors must provide pricing including shipping/delivery charges and indicate any quantity-based discounts.

The Commonwealth's Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requires bidders to commit to a specific percentage of their sales from this contract that will be spent with certified SDP partners, which include Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs), Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (VBEs), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (SDVOBEs). The successful bidder will also be required to complete Commonwealth Terms and Conditions, Verification of Taxation Reporting, Standard Contract, and Electronic Funds Transfer forms after award. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or the current contract value.