RFR_K04_15-1 CHE_2015 Bus

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Soldiers' Home in Chelsea, is seeking proposals for a 2015, 20' to 25' wheelchair accessible cutaway bus with non-CDL licensure to transport veterans. The resulting contract will be for a one-time purchase with options to renew up to one year each, for a maximum end date of November 30, 2019. Responses must be submitted through COMMBUYS by November 13, 2014 at 1:00 pm. The estimated value of the procurement is $75,000, and the vehicle must be delivered to the Soldiers' Home in Chelsea, Massachusetts. The procurement is targeted to businesses participating in the Commonwealth's Small Business Purchasing Program, but non-SBPP businesses will be considered if there is inadequate SBPP capacity. Responses will be evaluated based on price, references, and warranty, and bidders must provide comprehensive warranty information and guarantees for service, parts, and delivery.

The contract opportunity is set aside for the Commonwealth's Small Business Purchasing Program, but non-SBPP businesses will be considered if there is inadequate SBPP capacity. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and no information is provided regarding existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The estimated value of the procurement is $75,000.