RFP#111F-21 Network Communication Equipment

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the procurement of security network communication equipment, specifically Extreme and Moxa networking equipment. The RFP, identified as RFP #111-21, was posted on August 4, 2021, with proposals due by August 18, 2021 at 2:00 PM EST. The MBTA is seeking bids from vendors to purchase and deliver the required equipment, which is detailed in the RFP. The award will be made to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. The MBTA has the right to hold a bidders' conference prior to the response due date. Bidders must comply with the MBTA's standard contract terms and conditions, as well as Buy America requirements.

The MBTA has established a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal for this contract. Bidders must complete the required DBE forms. The Initial Bid Opening Summary indicates that three bidders submitted proposals, with bid amounts ranging from $99,937.35 to $135,382.93. The evaluation process is pending to determine which bidders are responsive or non-responsive, and the final award will be posted on the COMMBUYS system once the evaluation is complete.