Weather Analysis and Weather Forecast

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Transportation Highway Division, is requesting proposals for a complete weather analysis and weather forecast service for its six districts and 19 sub-districts utilizing the Roadway Weather Information Systems (RWIS) in conjunction with a fully staffed weather center. The contract will have an initial term of two years with three optional one-year renewal periods. Proposals are due by 1:00 PM on August 14, 2015, and the Department intends to make a single award. The selected contractor will be required to provide detailed weather analysis and forecasting capabilities, including meteorological experience, pavement forecasting, radar imagery, mobile access, precipitation timing, and RWIS data management. Bidders must also submit various administrative forms, including a Supplier Diversity Program plan, Prompt Payment Discount, and references.

This procurement encourages participation from minority-owned, women-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses through a supplier diversity program. There is no incumbent vendor or current contractor listed, but the Department currently operates an RWIS infrastructure that the selected contractor will be required to integrate with and manage. The potential value of the contract is not explicitly stated, but pricing is requested on an annual basis over the potential five-year contract term, as well as for RWIS station integration and training.