SP23-PATROLVESSEL-W01-A Patrol Vessel

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security Department of State Police is procuring one (1) 23-25' Fiberglass Patrol Vessel with Outboard Motor and two (2) Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) under Solicitation ID SP23-PATROLVESSEL-W01-B. The intent of this 7-year contract is to allow for the future outright purchase of supplies, equipment, and services for the vessels as needed. The detailed technical and performance requirements for the patrol vessel and inflatable boats are specified in the Request for Response (RFR). The evaluation criteria include price (30 points), specifications (30 points), experience (10 points), prompt payment discount (10 points), business references (10 points), and supplier diversity program (30 points), with a minimum of 25% weight on the supplier diversity plan. The deadline for submission of quotes is January 3, 2024 by 3PM EST, with an estimated contract start date of January 15, 2024.

This procurement may be funded from Federal Grants, and vendors on the federal debarment list are not eligible to bid. There are no explicit set-asides mentioned, but the evaluation criteria requires a minimum 1% Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) commitment, with additional points awarded for higher commitments. The Commonwealth reserves the right to publish the names and titles of authorized contractor signatories. The total maximum obligation is not specified, as this is a rate contract with no ceiling. Pricing is expected to remain fixed during the initial contract period, with the contractor having an opportunity to request a price increase if an option to renew is offered.