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

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the installation of 15 Liko Patient Lift Systems across 6 locations in Massachusetts. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), is seeking vendors to provide and install two overhead lift systems at a DDS facility in Wrentham, MA. The required components include a 16-foot straight rail system with a 440 lb capacity and a 7-foot system, to be installed in pre-determined locations. The vendor must provide the lift systems, delivery, installation, training, manuals, warranty, and post-warranty service. Vendors must respond to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) by the due date of March 25, 2016, and the purchasing entity will select the vendor that provides the best value. The goods and services must be delivered and received by June 29th, and the purchasing entity must use state funds.

This contracting opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The RFQ does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFQ does not provide an exact award value or budget range, but the purchasing entity must use state funds to acquire the overhead lift systems and related services.