TREADLES

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through its Department of Transportation (MassDOT), is seeking proposals for the procurement of Treadles. The contract will be for the furnishing and delivery of Treadles as required by MassDOT or any Department of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The contract will have an initial 2-year term with three 1-year renewal options. Bidders must comply with various administrative, performance, and technical requirements, including providing references, insurance coverage, and an environmental plan. The RFR specifies the detailed technical requirements for the Treadles, including dimensions, materials, and performance criteria. Pricing must be submitted for a single Treadle unit, and the contract will have no minimum order requirement. The procurement schedule includes a bid response due date of July 29, 2015 and an estimated contract effective date of August 27, 2015.

The RFR includes provisions for Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) participation, requiring bidders to commit to a percentage of spending with certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (SDVOBEs) for the life of the contract. The contract will also include prompt payment discounts, which will be a factor in the selection process. MassDOT reserves the right to negotiate pricing and product specifications during the contract term and to supplement purchases from other awarded contractors if the primary contractor does not perform adequately. The RFR does not specify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any budget range for the contract.