Maintenance Repair, Parts and Emergency Services

This solicitation creates a rolling‑enrollment, pre‑qualified contractor list for the Massachusetts Department of Correction’s inmate‑industries division (MassCor). Qualified firms will be eligible to provide maintenance, installation, repair, and emergency services on a variety of industrial equipment used in correctional facilities. The award will be a rate‑type contract initially for up to one year with up to fifteen one‑year renewal options, and there is no set ceiling on total spend. Bidders must submit extensive compliance documentation (W‑9, EFT authorization, Prompt‑Pay Discount, Supplier Diversity Plan, Authorized Signatory listing, etc.) and meet licensing, insurance, and security‑clearance requirements. The solicitation is open to all qualified U.S. vendors; any contractor must be able to respond to service calls promptly and comply with Massachusetts state procurement regulations. • Scope: General maintenance, repair, installation, and emergency response for correctional‑facility industrial equipment. • Contract: Rolling‑enrollment, rate contract up to 1 year with up to 15 one‑year renewals; no maximum spend. • Requirements: State licenses, workers’ compensation & liability insurance, security clearances, extensive paperwork (W‑9, EFT, PPD, SDP, etc.). • Evaluation: Best‑value criteria; bidders must provide rates, demonstrate experience, and meet compliance obligations. • Key dates: Questions due March 9 2011, bid deadline April 6 2011; contract start anticipated April 2011.