MassDOT RFR Road Weather Information System (RWIS)

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is conducting a procurement for a Road Weather Information System (RWIS) contract. The RFR seeks bids for the provision of RWIS equipment, including sensors, cameras, and other related components, as well as installation, maintenance, and dashboard services for the existing RWIS network across the state. Bidders must provide detailed pricing for the RWIS equipment, installation, and annual preventative maintenance services. The contract will have an initial 3-year term with two 2-year renewal options, for a total maximum duration of 7 years. The RFR requires bidders to submit a Bidder Response Form, Bidder Reference Form, and complete a detailed Pricing File. Evaluation criteria include the bidder's experience, warranties, emergency response plan, and approach to upgrading existing RWIS equipment.

The RWIS contract opportunity has a Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requirement, with a minimum 1% commitment of contract sales to be spent with certified diverse businesses. Bidders must identify their proposed SDP partners and provide information on their certifications. The estimated contract value is $1.4 million. The current RWIS contract held by Vaisala Inc. is set to expire on April 10, 2023, and MassDOT intends to award the new contract to Vaisala Inc. based on the Notice of Intent to Award document provided.