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Scientific Diving Equipment and Support Services

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BD-26-1046-DMF-FW010-122133State & Local

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The Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game, Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF), is seeking professional diving retailers to provide comprehensive equipment and support services for year-round scientific diving operations in the coastal regions of the Commonwealth. This open-market solicitation, identified as RFR 26006, involves the provision of air fills, diving supplies, specialized underwater photographic equipment, and the rental of gear including wetsuits, drysuits, regulators, and dive computers. Additionally, the contract covers the repair, maintenance, and inspection of equipment from brands such as Apeks, Aqua Lung, Scubapro, and Sherwood, as well as DOT-certified hydrostatic testing and visual inspections of cylinders. Multiple contracts will be awarded to qualified retailers, with an initial term of three years and two optional three-year renewals, allowing for a maximum duration of nine years. The procurement is issued under the Massachusetts Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP), prioritizing businesses with their principal place of business within the Commonwealth. Evaluation is based on the ability to supply equipment, timeliness of service, pricing and discount structures, hourly labor rates, and compliance with DOT and air quality standards. All electronic quotes must be submitted via the COMMBUYS portal by November 1, 2028, at 5:00 PM EST. Payments are processed via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) with standard terms of 45 days from invoice receipt, though contractors may offer prompt payment discounts for accelerated processing.

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Professional diving retailers to provide equipment, air fills, repairs, and compliance services for Massachusetts scientific diving operations.

Agency

Massachusetts → DMF - Division of Marine FisheriesView Agency

NAICS

459110 - Sporting Goods RetailersView NAICS

Place of Performance

Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA, 01930, USA

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Prompt Pay Discount Form - Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts Standard Contract Form 11/22/2024

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Evaluation Criteria for Scientific Diving Equipment and Services 26006

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AgencyMassachusetts → DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries
Contacts1 person available
OfficeEmerson Avenue Gloucester, MA, 01930, USA
Organization / Agency
Massachusetts → DMF - Division of Marine Fisheries
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Office AddressEmerson Avenue Gloucester, MA, 01930, USA
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Whitney SargentPurchaser

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In support of the Division of Marine Fisheries�?? DMF year-round scientific diving efforts in the coastal waters of the Commonwealth and New England, we require the services of professional diving retailers to provide air fills, supplies, equipment, specialized underwater photographic equipment, as well as repairs, maintenance, and inspections for all equipment used by DMF. We will be awarding multiple contracts in the coastal regions of the Commonwealth.

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