RFR for DMH Laundry Equipment Lease, Rentals, Service and Outright Purchase of Washers and Dryers MA

The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking to enter into a Master Agreement for the leasing, rental, service, and outright purchase of washers and dryers for use in DMH facilities across the state. The procurement covers a wide range of laundry equipment, including models from Continental, Speed Queen, Dexter, and others, with varying monthly rental rates and contract end dates. Interested vendors must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in providing these types of services and indicate which counties or regions within Massachusetts they can serve. The evaluation criteria include allocating at least 25% of the total points to the bidder's Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) plan. Responses to the Request for Response (RFR) are due by June 1, 2034.

The procurement is open to all qualified vendors, though the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has set-aside requirements and preferences for small businesses and businesses owned by disadvantaged groups. The existing Master Agreement covers over 60 laundry machines located at various state and local properties, with a combined annual value estimated to be in the range of several million dollars. No incumbent vendors are listed, as this appears to be a new procurement, though bidders must comply with the Commonwealth's standard contract terms and conditions, including electronic funds transfer payment requirements.