DFSBT RFQ Replace ST697G Cargo Trailer / FLEET

The Massachusetts Department of Fire Services is soliciting quotes for the replacement of the ST697G Cargo Trailer under solicitation number BD-27-1021-DFS-DFS01-134576. This procurement is specifically targeted toward businesses participating in the Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP), with priority award consideration given to SBPP vendors who meet or exceed the solicitation criteria. If no responsive SBPP bids are received, the agency will consider non-SBPP businesses. All quotes must be submitted via Commbuys by November 3, 2026, and must explicitly state that all pricing is per Statewide Contract FAC 116. Quotes must remain valid for 90 days, and the final product must be delivered to the Stow, MA location no later than May 14, 2027. The trailer must be bright red, comparable to fire engine red, and adhere to strict Department of Fire Services lettering and safety guidelines. Required markings include Bookman Old Style bold font in specific colors based on vehicle color, with precise placement for the fleet number, vehicle height, and division name. Safety specifications require NFPA-standard reflective red and yellow chevrons covering at least 50 percent of the rear, DOT reflective stripes on the bottom edges of the front and sides, and reflective elements covering at least 25 percent of the front width. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Purchaser Bettina Tersoni.