The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) issued a Master Service Agreement (MSA) for adaptive recreation equipment and related services (DCR 935). The five‑year, non‑renewable contract (June 1 2024 – May 31 2029) is a rate‑contract with no maximum obligation, targeting up to eight vendors to supply adaptive recreation equipment, provide maintenance/repair, and perform custom design modifications. The solicitation emphasizes Small‑Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) eligibility, environmentally preferable product compliance (Executive Order 515), and mandatory Prompt‑Payment Discount provisions, with electronic funds transfer required for payments. Seven vendors were awarded scores and thus the contract, covering equipment procurement, service delivery, and custom fabrication across Massachusetts state parks.
• Category 1: Purchase of adaptive recreation equipment and supplies (e.g., adaptive bikes, kayaks, power wheelchairs, winter gear).
• Category 2: Maintenance and repair services for the purchased equipment.
• Category 3: Custom design and modification services to meet diverse disability needs.
• Contract type: Master Service Agreement with rate‑contract (no cap) and 5‑year term, no renewal option.
• Evaluation criteria include experience, pricing, warranties, prompt‑payment discounts, environmental preferences, and SBPP status.