RFR DCP1611 AD3 Specification Writer Services

This procurement is a Request for Response (RFR) issued by the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) for Specification Writer Services. DCAMM is seeking proposals from experienced specification writer/consultants to revise and update their existing Standard Specifications for building construction, repair, renovation, and energy management and facilities maintenance projects. The selected contractor will also develop new model specifications for DCAMM's energy management services and facilities maintenance contracts. The RFR outlines three main categories of specification writers/consultants for which proposals may be submitted: 1) Construction contracts, 2) Energy Management Services Contracts, and 3) Facilities Maintenance repair projects and contracts. Key deliverables include updated Standard Specifications for Chapter 149 and Chapter 149A projects due by August 31, 2016, and all other deliverables due by October 14, 2016. The proposal submission deadline is April 22, 2016 at 2:00 PM DST, and the contract duration is 3 years.

This is a small procurement targeted to verified small businesses participating in the Commonwealth's Small Business Purchasing Program, but if there is inadequate capacity, DCAMM may award the contract to non-participating vendors. DCAMM also requires participation in the Commonwealth's Prompt Payment Discount initiative. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed. The RFR does not specify an award value or budget range, but pricing for the services will be based on an hourly rate, which DCAMM asks respondents to consider offering at a government discount.