Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1041-ENE01-ENE01-133906

Massachusetts Residential Winter Weatherization Marketplace – Notice of Intent to Contract

The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) is announcing its intent to contract for a Residential Winter Weatherization Marketplace to address urgent winter weatherization needs for residents statewide. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Department of Energy Resources (DOER) - Highlighted OEM/Vendor: - Franklin Energy (specialist in clean energy program delivery) - Products and Services Requested: - Statewide direct-to-resident online storefront for instantly rebated weatherization products - Centralized supply distribution in partnership with all sixteen Community Action Agencies (CAPs) - Bulk delivery of weatherization kits directly to eligible customers - Weatherization products include: - Weatherstripping, V-strip, pipe insulation, window insulation kits, door seals, water heater wraps, advanced power strips, smart thermostats, and showerheads - Notable Requirements: - Program targets 100,000 Massachusetts households, prioritizing low-income and poorly weatherized homes - Franklin Energy is cited as the only entity with an existing statewide marketplace infrastructure (Mass Save Marketplace) - The notice seeks to determine if other qualified vendors can provide comparable or better value - Online quote submission is required via COMMBUYS - Estimated contract value is up to $10 million

Description

The Department of Energy Resources (DOER) of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts intends to accept a Best Value Offer from Franklin Energy for a Residential Winter Weatherization Marketplace. The contract amount is not to exceed $10 million and includes services such as a statewide direct-to-resident online storefront, centralized supply distribution with Community Action Agencies, and bulk delivery of weatherization kits to customers. The procurement is a non-statewide solicitation with an estimated total value of $10 million. The response deadline is October 9, 2026, and electronic quotes are accepted.

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