Massachusetts Environmental Police Large Animal Response Drugs

The Massachusetts Environmental Police (MEP) is seeking to procure wildlife immobilization drugs and veterinary medical supplies through a competitive Request for Response (RFR). The solicitation targets the acquisition of specific immobilization drugs including telazol, ketamine, and xylazine, along with veterinary medical supplies, tranquilizer darts, and associated equipment primarily used for capturing and managing large wildlife such as bear, moose, and deer. The contract will be awarded to a maximum of 6 contractors, with an initial contract period running from January 6, 2025, through June 30, 2025, and includes nine potential one-year renewal options that could extend the total contract duration to 9 years and 7 months. Bidders must submit their responses electronically through the COMMBUYS procurement platform by November 1, 2024, with an anticipated contract award notification date of December 30, 2024. Evaluation criteria will likely include competitive pricing, volume purchase discounts, tiered discounts, and cost plus mark-up percentages. Contractors will be expected to provide supplies within three weeks of order placement and are limited to serving the Massachusetts Environmental Police and MassWildlife.

The procurement includes mandatory participation in the Massachusetts Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) and Supplier Diversity Program (SDP), requiring bidders to commit to spending at least 1% of contract sales with diverse business enterprises. Vendors must propose certified diverse business partners from approved directories such as the Supplier Diversity Office Directory or the SBA Veteran Small Business Certification directory, with self-certification explicitly not acceptable. While the specific budget range is not detailed, the contract is structured to allow for flexible pricing mechanisms including per-unit rates and volume-based discounting. Contractors will be required to complete additional administrative documentation, including Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) authorization forms, Prompt Pay Discount forms, and a Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing. The procurement emphasizes both competitive pricing and diverse business participation, creating opportunities for businesses that can meet the technical requirements of supplying specialized wildlife management pharmaceuticals and equipment.