Description
The City of Boston is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of ballistic entry vests for a one‑year term. The solicitation is open‑market, requires a bid deposit, and follows standard city contract conditions, including performance bonds, insurance, and public‑records compliance. Bidders must be licensed in Massachusetts, meet insurance and bonding requirements, and provide any required minority‑ and women‑owned subcontracting considerations. The contract will be awarded within 90 days of the bid opening, pending fund availability.
• Item: Ballistic entry vests (UNSPSC 82‑10‑00 – Advertising) – quantity 1 EA (unit price to be quoted).
• Delivery/Performance: Must conform to city specifications; purchase order required before work begins.
• Mandatory compliance: Massachusetts licensing, workers’ compensation, liability insurance, performance bond/check, and public‑records access for 7 years.
• Evaluation: Sealed bids opened publically on 14 Oct 2026; lowest responsive and responsible bid expected to be awarded.
• Contact: Brian Heger (procurement) for questions (by 11 Oct 2026).