Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1020-DCRFS-DC367-133428

Massachusetts Solicitation for Temporary Modular Steel Bridges and On-site Training

This opportunity from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) seeks vendors for temporary modular steel bridges to improve remote access in state-managed forests and parks. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs, Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR Forestry / STIP division) - Products Requested: - 40-foot foldable modular steel bridges - Features: foldable centerline hinge, 45-ton/5-axle tractor trailer capacity, 10 mph speed restriction, 12.5 ft clear width, pipe guardrail system, transports as single load, oak or steel decking option - 25-foot skidder panel modular steel bridges - Features: non-foldable, 94-ton/9-axle vehicle capacity, 10 mph speed restriction, 14 ft clear width, pipe guardrail system, transports as single load, tapered ends, heavy duty towbar, butt-together connection, white oak deck plank system - Services Requested: - On-site training for bridge assembly and deployment at time of delivery - Notable Requirements: - Bridges must support heavy machinery, logging equipment, and pedestrian traffic without additional supports or abutments - Delivery required within four months of order - Supplier diversity and environmental specifications emphasized - Bidders must provide references, company experience, capacity plan, and environmental plan - Contract Details: - Up to 3 contractors will be selected - 3-year initial contract with 2-year renewal option (total up to 5 years) - Estimated contract value: $500,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified manufacturers and suppliers

Description

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) is soliciting bids for the acquisition of temporary modular bridges. These bridges are intended to provide access to remote areas managed by DCR, where terrain limits access. The bridges must be modular, available in various lengths and widths, and capable of supporting heavy machinery, logging equipment, and pedestrians without additional supports or abutments. The solicitation includes requirements for delivery within four months of order and evaluation criteria based on price, supplier diversity plan, company experience, business references, environmental specifications, and capacity plan.

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