Purchase, Repair, Service, Inspect, Parts for Maintenance of LIFTS of All Kinds

The Massachusetts Department of Correction is seeking qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive range of services related to the purchase, repair, service, inspection, and provision of related parts for the maintenance of lifts of all kinds, including but not limited to bucket lifts, forklifts, automotive lifts, and pallet jacks. The resulting contracts will be limited to commodities and services not available on existing statewide procurement contracts, and the Department is looking for the "best value" response that provides the highest quality services. Responses are due by March 15, 2018, and the initial contract term is up to 2 years with 3 optional 2-year renewal periods, for a maximum 8-year duration. The evaluation criteria include pricing, prompt payment discount, required documents, business references, and supplier diversity, with a total possible score of 110 points. Additive "Added Value" points may also be awarded at the Department's discretion.

The contract opportunity is open to qualified vendors, with no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Department has provided examples of previous winning bidders, including Alta Enterprises, LLC dba Northland Industrial Truck Co., CUES, Inc., Brodie Inc. dba Brodie Toyota-Lift, Norfolk Utility Truck Service, Tool & Equipment, Inc., and KAJ Services, but has not listed any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The Department has also not provided any information on possible award values or budget ranges, but has indicated that the contracts will be rate contracts, with contractors providing quotes on an as-needed basis.