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The Massachusetts Port Authority is soliciting proposals for the procurement of plumbing supplies to serve various Massport locations within the state of Massachusetts. This solicitation, identified by number 49287, was posted on September 30, 2026, with a response deadline of October 19, 2026. The Authority will not necessarily select the lowest cost proposal, but will instead award the contract to the respondent deemed to be in the best interest of the Authority based on the proposal's responsiveness and the proposer's demonstrated capability and responsibility to perform the work. Successful vendors must comply with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts laws, including conflict of interest regulations under 268A of the Massachusetts General Laws. The contract requires vendors to maintain financial records according to GAAP within the metropolitan Boston area, with records retained for at least six years. The Authority reserves the right to audit these records upon 72 hours' notice, and vendors may be liable for audit costs if overcharges exceed 3 percent of billings. Additionally, the Massachusetts Port Authority is a tax exempt purchaser under exemption number E046 006 429. All submitted proposals are subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and are not considered proprietary or confidential.