Massport #MC17-B16 Re Opening

Solicitation for Athletic Equipment, Apparel, and Services for MHEC Members

This opportunity is a broad solicitation from the Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium (MHEC) for athletic equipment, services, and related solutions for its member institutions across New England. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium (MHEC), serving higher education, K-12, municipalities, libraries, and non-profits - Products and Services Requested: - Athletic, physical education, sports, weight, and gym equipment - Athletic apparel and uniforms - Sports flooring and safety gear - Technology solutions for athletic departments (hardware and software) - Fitness equipment and sports medicine supplies - Custom fabrication, installation, maintenance, and training services - Bidders may offer entire catalogs, specific categories, or brand lines - Notable Requirements: - Pricing must be based on discounts off MSRP, with volume discounts encouraged - Actual pricing for comparison required; shipping included (FOB Destination preferred) - Additional services: marketing, warranties, reporting, training, equipment disposal, environmental programs - Compliance with prevailing wage laws for installation and services - Submission of required forms, certifications, and a 1% contract service fee on sales - 5-year contract term with possible extensions - Participation in MHEC's e-procurement portal is encouraged - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; bidders must specify brands and categories in their proposals

Description

This solicitation is a re-opening of the MHEC MC17-B16 contract for Athletics: PE, Sports, Weight and Gym equipment and services. It aims to expand offerings for athletic departments including equipment, apparel, safety, technology, and services. Bidders can offer entire catalogs, specific categories, or entire brand lines with pricing based on discounts off MSRP and volume discounts. The contract term is 5 years with possible extensions, and the solicitation includes detailed instructions, categories, and requirements for bidders.

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