HSP40 Medical Commodities

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office for Administration and Finance Operational Services Division is seeking bids for a statewide contract to acquire a wide range of medical commodities used in healthcare settings, including condoms, diapers, disposable equipment, first aid supplies, gloves, IV supplies, medical hosiery, nursing supplies, protective wear, small equipment, surgical products, and wound care items. The target is to award up to 10 contracts for an initial 5-year and 3-month term, with two 1-year renewal options. Pricing will be based on a cost-plus percentage markup model, and bidders are encouraged to offer prompt payment discounts and participate in the state's Supplier Diversity Program, which requires a minimum 10% commitment to certified minority, women, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Bids are due by September 10, 2014, and oral presentations and site inspections may be required for selected bidders. The resulting contracts will be available for use by various Commonwealth agencies, political subdivisions, public institutions, and other eligible entities.

The current statewide contract, HSP33 Medical Commodities, is held by Geriatric Medical & Surgical, Independence Medical, McKesson Medical-Surgical, and Westnet, who utilize Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) pricing. The estimated total value of the new HSP40 Medical Commodities contract is $42 million over the initial term. Incumbent vendors and minority, women, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses are encouraged to participate in this procurement opportunity.