Program Goods and Services

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Correction, is soliciting bids for Program Goods and Services. The bid solicitation includes a prompt payment discount form, which requires bidders to provide a discount percentage for early payments. The contract has an open-ended begin and end date, suggesting an indefinite contract period. The bidder must provide a prompt payment discount unless they can demonstrate that it would be unduly burdensome. • The bidder must complete the prompt payment discount form, which includes providing a discount percentage for payments issued within 10, 15, 20, and 30 days. • The bidder must also provide their name, vendor code, and contract/RFR number. • The Commonwealth benefits from the prompt payment discount by reducing the cost of products and services. • The bidder may be required to provide additional information or documentation to support their bid. • The contract is subject to the Commonwealth's bill paying policy and prompt payment discount program.