Install a variety of Traverse overhead Liko Patient lift systems (15 systems in 6 locations/cities)

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the installation of 15 Traverse overhead Liko Patient lift systems across 6 locations within Middlesex County. The RFQ requires the installation of 4 patient lift systems with 9-foot rails, 2 systems with 20-foot rails, and 5 straight rail systems with 8-foot lengths, all with 440 lb weight capacities. Vendors must respond to the RFQ by April 13, 2015, and a mandatory bidder's conference will be held on April 7, 2015. The lift systems must be delivered and installed by June 24, 2015. The RFQ provides detailed specifications on the equipment, installation, and service requirements, and vendors are encouraged to provide "or equal" opportunities in addition to the exact items described. Pricing is requested for the acquisition cost, delivery, installation, training, manuals, warranty, and post-warranty service, and the evaluation process will determine the vendor that provides the best value through negotiation of various cost elements.

This project is funded by the state of Massachusetts, so all goods and services must be received by June 29, 2015. The RFQ does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor does it provide any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total budget range or potential award value is also not specified.