Road Tube

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), is procuring the supply of road tubes to be used in the department's traffic data collection program. The solicitation is for 216,000 total feet of EPDM road tubes, to be provided in 120-foot lengths with 3 lengths per box. The contract will have an initial term of up to 1 year, with up to 4 one-year renewal options for a maximum total duration of 5 years. Bids are due by May 26, 2017 at 3:00 PM, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder. Bidders must submit a comprehensive response package including a Bidder Response Form, Letter of Transmittal, Federal Clauses and Certifications, Prompt Pay Discount Form, Business Reference Form, Cost Proposal, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Letter of Intent and Schedule of Participation, and evidence of required insurance coverage.

The solicitation includes a 5% DBE participation goal, and bidders must demonstrate their ability to meet this goal or provide evidence of good faith efforts. There are no incumbent vendors or current contractors listed, and no details on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The contract's maximum value is not specified, but prompt payment discounts are available based on the timing of payment issuance, ranging from 10 to 30 days.