SP24-Methanol-T01 methanol

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Massachusetts State Police (MSP), is issuing an RFR (Request for Response) for the procurement of methanol and other water treatment chemicals and supplies. The contract is for the provision of UN1230 Methanol to treat the wastewater system at the Massachusetts State Police Academy located in New Braintree, MA. The initial contract term is 2 years, with two 2-year renewal options, for a total potential contract duration of 6 years. The estimated annual expenditures are $6,000-$8,000 per year. Bids must be submitted through the COMMBUYS system by October 2, 2023, and will be evaluated on criteria such as pricing (30 points), experience (20 points), prompt payment discounts (10 points), certification as a small business (15 points), business references (15 points), and supplier diversity program commitment (10 points). The Department reserves the right to award a single contract or multiple contracts.

This procurement is targeted towards verified small businesses participating in the Commonwealth's Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP). If there is inadequate SBPP capacity, the Department may award the contract to non-SBPP vendors. The Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) also requires all bidders to make a minimum 1% financial commitment to partnering with certified diverse businesses or non-profit organizations. No information is provided about any incumbent contractors or specific funding sources for this contract opportunity.