MPA 347 Lamps, Ballasts, and Related Electric Supplies

The State of Rhode Island is conducting a supplemental solicitation for Master Price Agreement (MPA) 347 to establish a Qualified List of Vendors (QLV) for Lamps, Ballasts, and Related Electric Supplies. The procurement is open to all vendors and will create a statewide contract with an initial three-year term beginning approximately October 1, 2023, with an optional one-year renewal. Vendors must submit electronic proposals through the Ocean State Procures system by November 3, 2023, following a vendor Q&A period from September 26 to October 24, 2023. The solicitation requires vendors to provide comprehensive electrical supply products, with specific focus on lamps, ballasts, and related equipment. Vendors must demonstrate capability to supply these items to state agencies, municipalities, higher education institutions, and quasi-public agencies. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness to solicitation terms, compliance with insurance requirements, affirmative action standards, and ability to meet technical specifications for electrical supplies.

The procurement includes specific set-aside requirements for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), mandating a minimum 10% participation in contract awards. Vendors must complete an MBE Participation Acknowledgment Form and provide proof of insurance, including $1 million in general liability coverage, $100,000 in workers' compensation, and $1 million in automobile liability insurance. A 1% contract administrative fee will be assessed on all purchase orders issued under the MPA, which will support the state's eProcurement system implementation. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation indicates this is a supplemental procurement to expand the existing vendor pool. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the statewide applicability suggests significant potential spending across multiple political subdivisions and state entities. Vendors must be registered in the Ocean State Procures system and maintain an approved status to be eligible for award.