RFR DCR 749A Purchase of Street Sweepers

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is re-opening a previous solicitation, DCR 749, as DCR 749A for the purchase of mechanical street sweepers. DCR is seeking qualified vendors to provide the equipment, as well as preventive maintenance, repairs, and repair parts. The minimum specifications for the sweepers include a 70 hp diesel engine, 200+ gallon water spray system, 3+ yard debris hopper, a max total width of 10 feet, and various safety features. Responses are due on November 1, 2017 and the estimated contract start date is November 15, 2017. The expected contract duration is 2 years with two 1-year renewal options. Compensation will be based on outright purchase pricing and fee for service for repairs and maintenance.

Bidders must submit a Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) Plan committing a specific percentage of contract revenue to certified Minority, Women, Veteran, or Disability-Owned Business Enterprises. DCR estimates the total contract value at $357,000, but makes no guarantee on the actual purchase volume. The re-opening of this solicitation is to add additional vendors to the original DCR 749 contract, though no information is provided about any incumbent contractors or set-aside requirements.