EOED PRF76 & ITS81 RFQ for Website Network Infrastructure Analysis and Development

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) is seeking quotes for Website Network Infrastructure Analysis and Development services under statewide contracts PRF76 Category 4 and ITS81, specifically targeting an upgrade of the Board of Appeal (BOA) .NET application. The project requires comprehensive technical expertise in .NET development, authentication systems, network administration, quality assurance testing, and project management. Key deliverables include improving authentication methods, addressing domain issues, and upgrading to the latest .NET libraries while maintaining data within the continental United States and complying with Massachusetts data privacy and security requirements. The evaluation criteria for this Request for Quotes (RFQ) will assess organizational overview, experience (20 points), previous work examples (10 points), response strength (35 points), and cost (35 points). Critical dates include February 18, 2025, as the deadline for bidder questions, with the final proposal response due on February 25, 2025, at 5:30 PM ET. The contract term is structured for one year with potential for two additional 6-month renewals, bringing the total possible contract duration to 2 years, with an anticipated start date of April 1, 2025.

The procurement includes specific set-aside provisions favoring Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) participants for bids under $250,000, with a mandatory Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) commitment requiring a minimum of 1% of contract sales dedicated to certified diverse businesses. Bidders must specify diverse business partnerships through subcontracting or ancillary products/services, utilizing partners certified in categories such as MBE, WBE, SDVOBE, VBE, DOBE, LGBTBE, or other non-profit designations listed in the SDO Directory or SBA Veteran Small Business Certification directory. The estimated total procurement value ranges from $80,000 to $125,000 over the entire contract term, with annual reporting requirements for supplier diversity commitments aligned with the Massachusetts fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). Contractors must complete the Prompt Pay Discount form, potentially offering tiered discounts for early payments, and comply with Commonwealth Terms and Conditions, which include specific liability limits and record-keeping requirements. The procurement will be conducted through the COMMBUYS e-procurement system, with all communication and submission processes managed through that platform.