Fees for a "base" for aircraft

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, specifically the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board (SRB), is seeking to contract with an airport in Essex County, Massachusetts that can serve as a base for salt marsh aerial application. The contract is for "FEES FOR A 'BASE' FOR AIRCRAFT" and the initial term is five years with one three-year renewal option, for a total maximum duration of eight years. The maximum obligation is $16,000. Respondents must demonstrate experience operating such a facility for over five years and have the necessary local, state, and federal approvals to conduct aerial applications. Bids will be evaluated based on the respondent's ability to meet the requirements, proposed costs, experience, and the size of any prompt payment discounts offered. Responses are due by 3:00 PM on May 16, 2018.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified bidders, with no specific set-asides or incumbents mentioned. Bidders must register and maintain an active COMMBUYS Seller account, and comply with the Commonwealth's Supplier Diversity Program requirements, which involve committing a percentage of contract sales to certified minority/woman-owned business enterprises, minority/woman-owned nonprofits, veteran-owned businesses, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Successful bidders will be required to complete additional contractual documents after award, such as the Commonwealth Terms and Conditions and a Verification of Taxation Reporting Information form.