MPA 595 OE Air Compressor Maintenance Repair and Installation

The State of Rhode Island Division of Purchases has issued an Open Enrollment (OE) solicitation, MPA 595, to establish a Master Price Agreement (MPA) for air compressor maintenance, repair, and installation services. The procurement is open to qualified vendors who can provide comprehensive services including maintenance, repair, and installation of air compressors for state agencies, political subdivisions, municipalities, and quasi-governmental organizations. The initial contract period runs from February 18, 2022, to October 31, 2023, with potential for two additional 12-month renewals based on vendor performance and funding availability. Vendors must submit proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures eProcurement system and will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Evaluation criteria include vendor qualifications, insurance coverage, licensing, and ability to meet technical specifications. When specific projects arise, user agencies will issue scopes of work and request price quotes from the qualified vendor list, with proposals subject to review based on factors such as price, expertise, and availability.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside requirements, mandating a minimum of 10% participation by Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Veteran Business Enterprises (VBEs). Vendors must provide proof of insurance, including $1,000,000 in liability coverage, $100,000 in workers compensation, and $1,000,000 in automobile liability coverage. A 1% contract administrative fee will be assessed on all purchase orders issued under the MPA. While no specific incumbent vendors are listed, the solicitation allows for multiple vendors to be selected and places no strict limitations on the number of qualified vendors. There is no guaranteed minimum purchasing volume, and each project will be awarded based on individual agency needs. Pricing will be determined through mini-bid processes when specific projects arise, with agencies required to obtain quotes from at least three vendors, including one MBE/WBE/VBE vendor if available on the qualified vendor list.