Description
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Correction is issuing a rolling‑enrollment blanket purchase contract (RFR 27‑IND‑7000‑WOOD) for lumber, engineered wood products, related equipment, tools, maintenance services, and ancillary supplies to support its in‑house manufacturing program. Vendors will submit a catalog‑style cost sheet and a completed Response Form A; the contract will operate on a multiple‑award basis with a base term of up to two years, renewable twice for a total possible duration of six years. The solicitation includes strict delivery windows, packaging restrictions, moisture‑content specifications, and mandatory insurance, SBPP, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Scope: High‑grade hardwoods, softwoods, engineered wood (plywood, MDF, LVL, CLT, etc.), cutting and shaping equipment, maintenance & auxiliary services, and related supplies.
• Contract value: Estimated $98 K per year, up to > $498 K over a six‑year term.
• Requirements: Quote validity 90 days, EFT payment, prompt‑payment discount, workers’ comp and $1 M CGL insurance, moisture content 4‑6 % (max 8 %), no metal banding on shipments, delivery only Mon‑Fri 8:00‑11:00 am & 1:00‑2:15 pm, SBPP eligibility for contracts ≤ $250 K, extensive environmental and PREA compliance.
• Timeline: Questions due 30 Oct 2026, bid deadline 7 Dec 2026, contract start approx April 2027, term up to 6 years.