RFQ F09 CLT09 State House Salomon Boots & Polo with Embroidery

The Massachusetts Department of State Police has issued Request for Quote (RFQ) F09 CLT09 for the procurement of Salomon boots and polo shirts with State House embroidery. This procurement seeks customized apparel items featuring specific embroidery designs and placements as detailed in the visual specification attachment provided by the state. Bidders are required to demonstrate understanding of the embroidery requirements, quality standards, and placement specifications to ensure consistent interpretation across all proposals. The evaluation criteria emphasize best overall value, with the Commonwealth reserving the right to consider proposed alternatives that achieve the procurement goals. The RFQ was posted on March 10, 2026, with a response deadline of March 13, 2026, providing a compressed three-day bidding window. Late bids will not be accepted, and awards may be made on either a whole-bid or individual-item basis, depending on which approach provides superior value to the Commonwealth.

The procurement documents provided do not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, incumbent vendors, or technology integration requirements. Similarly, the specific quantities of boots and polo shirts required, budget allocation, or award values are not detailed in the available documentation. No information regarding bidder conferences, site visits, or question submission deadlines is included in the materials reviewed. The Commonwealth reserves the right to negotiate changes to contract performance elements or cost with selected bidders to achieve lower costs or improved value, indicating flexibility in final contract terms. Prospective vendors should ensure they have access to the complete RFQ document and all attachments to fully understand the procurement scope, requirements, and submission specifications prior to the March 13, 2026 deadline.