Massport #MHEC MC15-G12

Occupational Apparel and Uniforms Solicitation for New England Higher Education Consortium

This opportunity seeks vendors to supply occupational apparel and uniforms for the Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium (MHEC) and its members throughout New England. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium (MHEC) - Serves higher education institutions in MA, CT, ME, NH, RI, and VT - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of occupational apparel and uniforms, including: - Athletic apparel (team sports, activewear, accessories) - Corporate apparel (executive, footwear, outerwear, accessories) - Facilities, industrial, and trade apparel (workwear, headwear, footwear) - Healthcare uniforms (lab coats, scrubs, accessories) - Performing arts uniforms (band, choir, color guard) - Safety and protective apparel (hi-visibility, flame resistant, PPE) - Service uniforms (housekeeping, food service, hospitality, custodial, postal) - Uniform rentals (all categories) - Services include customization, alterations, laundering, repair, program management, and comprehensive rental programs (setup, sizing, alterations, inspection, replacement, delivery) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Excludes public safety uniforms/apparel and body armor - Bidders may offer by catalog, category, or entire brand lines; encouraged to specify top brands - All products must be new, first quality, and meet/exceed industry standards - Discounts required off catalog/MSRP/retail, with volume tier discounts - All shipping and delivery costs must be included - Compliance with prevailing wage laws, sustainability and diversity certifications, e-procurement integration, and robust reporting/marketing plans - OEMs/Vendors: - No specific OEMs named; bidders are encouraged to offer a broad selection of brands and services - Estimated Contract Value: - $1.7 million to $1.8 million annually - Period of Performance: - Five-year base contract with possible extensions; annual reporting and quarterly service fee payments required; includes options for rental and managed service programs

Description

The Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium (MHEC) is soliciting bids for occupational apparel and uniforms under solicitation number MHEC MC15-G12. The contract covers a wide range of apparel categories including athletic, corporate, industrial, healthcare, performing arts, safety, service uniforms, and uniform rentals, excluding public safety uniforms and body armor. The contract term is five years with possible extensions, and the estimated annual contract volume ranges from approximately $1.7 million to $1.8 million. Bidders are required to provide discounts, pricing details, and comply with various terms including customization, rental programs, and service specifications.

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