two person emergency preparedness backpack

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking to procure a quantity of two-person emergency preparedness backpacks to be used by emergency response personnel. The backpacks must be red canvas with the agency logo, and no more than 400 backpacks can be delivered per scheduled delivery. The backpacks must contain a variety of mandatory contents, including a unisex comfort kit, battery-free emergency devices, first aid supplies, food and water, and other survival gear. Delivery must be provided through a white glove service, and the delivery containers must be sturdy enough to allow for later transportation by agency staff. Bidders must submit a photo of the proposed container. The response deadline for this solicitation is August 19, 2016, and the contract term is for one year with two optional one-year renewal periods.

This solicitation is open to all qualified vendors, with no incumbent currently in place. Pricing must be provided on a per-unit basis, and the state has set a maximum allowable price per backpack. Funding for this procurement will be provided through the state's emergency management budget. The Commonwealth may use the prompt pay discounts submitted by bidders as a basis for selection and may negotiate discounts as deemed in the best interest of the Commonwealth.