Massport #MC15-G12

MHEC Solicits Bids for Occupational Apparel, Uniforms, and Related Services Across New England

The Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium (MHEC) is inviting bids for a multi-year contract to supply occupational apparel, uniforms, footwear, accessories, and related services to member institutions across New England. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium (MHEC) - Products and Services Requested: - Wide range of occupational apparel and uniforms, including: - Athletic apparel (team sports, activewear, accessories) - Corporate apparel (executive wear, footwear, outerwear) - 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, maintenance) - Uniform rentals (entire catalog) - Accessories and miscellaneous items - Related services: - Customization (alterations, embroidery, screen printing) - Fitting, laundering, repair - Program management and uniform rental program setup - Notable Requirements: - Bidders may propose entire catalogs, specific categories, or brands - All products must be new and meet recognized standards/certifications - Public safety uniforms and body armor are excluded - Pricing must include discounts off MSRP, volume discounts, and transparent price lists - Compliance with prevailing wage laws and submission of legal/certification documents required - 1% contract service fee on total sales - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; bidders are encouraged to propose their own brands and product lines - Place of Performance: - Delivery and services to MHEC member institutions across Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont

Description

This solicitation is issued by the Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium for the procurement of occupational apparel and uniforms. The contract covers a wide range of categories including athletic apparel, corporate apparel, healthcare uniforms, safety apparel, and uniform rentals, excluding public safety uniforms and body armor. The contract term is five years with possible extensions, and the estimated contract volume ranges from approximately $1.7 million to $1.8 million annually. Bidders are required to offer discounts, provide detailed pricing, and comply with various standards and certifications. The contract includes services such as customization, alterations, laundering, repair, and program management.

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