HSD FY16-04 Non-Refrigerated Juice and Dispensers

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Hampshire Sheriff's Office, is seeking bids for the provision of non-refrigerated juice and dispensers for the Jail and House of Correction. The initial contract term is one year, with three one-year renewal options, and the estimated total expenditures over the four-year period are approximately $85,000. Vendors must provide firm pricing for the first year, with a maximum 10% increase allowed at the time of any renewal. Bids are due by October 2, 2015, at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time, and the contract is expected to begin on October 17, 2015. Vendors may be required to provide product samples prior to the bid opening, and all deliveries must be made between 5 AM and 11 AM, Monday through Friday. Vendors must complete several required forms, including a Bidder Response Form, Business Reference Form, and Commonwealth of Massachusetts standard terms and conditions.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor is not specified, and the procurement does not require the integration of any existing infrastructure or technology. The contract is a rate contract with no maximum obligation amount specified, though vendors are required to provide prompt payment discounts for early payments as part of their bid.