two person emergency preparedness backpack

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking bids for a two-person emergency preparedness backpack. The backpacks must be red canvas with the agency logo, and no more than 400 can be delivered per scheduled delivery. The backpacks must contain a unisex comfort kit, a battery-free flashlight/radio/charger, a water container, a first aid kit, emergency food, sanitary items, an AM/FM radio, emergency blankets, hand warmers, ponchos, a light stick, a whistle, water packets, a multi-tool, and a can opener. The contract has a location requirement of Massachusetts. Detailed specifications for the contents and delivery requirements are provided in the solicitation. Pricing details are not specified, but the agency is looking to purchase up to 400 backpacks per scheduled delivery.

The solicitation indicates that 15% of the contract value is set aside for small and disadvantaged businesses. There is no incumbent supplier listed, and the state has budgeted $750,000 from its emergency preparedness fund for this procurement. Bidders must demonstrate experience providing similar survival kits or emergency preparedness equipment to government agencies within the past 5 years.