VEH114 - Automotive Parts, Paint, Refined Motor Oil, Lubricants, and other fluids

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking bids for a statewide contract, VEH114, to provide a variety of automotive parts, paint, refined motor oil, lubricants, and other fluids. The contract is open to all qualified vendors and will serve as the primary procurement vehicle for executive agencies within the Commonwealth as well as other eligible entities. The solicitation includes four distinct categories: OEM and Non-OEM Automotive Parts, Auto Body Parts and Supplies, Refined Motor Oil and Lubricants, and Automotive Batteries. Bidders must provide detailed pricing information, including percentage discounts off list price, and complete forms related to environmental practices and Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) commitments. The contract term is estimated to be 5 years, with no renewal options. Key dates include a mandatory bidders conference on March 3, 2022, and a response deadline of April 14, 2022.

The contract has a minimum 1% SDP requirement, with higher commitments eligible for additional evaluation points. While an incumbent contractor is not identified, the Commonwealth estimates awarding up to 22 total contracts across the four categories, with an approximate total contract value of $28 million. The contract will be subject to administration fees, quarterly reporting, and performance measures, with possible corrective actions, suspensions, and terminations for non-compliance.