Department of Agricultural Resources - Master List for Veterinary Services - BD-21-1002-1003-001-62822 (2021)
- Due
- Mar 30, 2031
- 1596 days left
- Posted
- May 7, 2021
- Duration
- 120 months
- Primary contact
- Elsie Colon
- (857) 505-0874
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, Division of Animal Health seeks qualified licensed veterinarians with large animal, small animal, shelter medicine, or avian/poultry experience to perform on-going, as-needed veterinary services. Services include routine animal health testing and vaccinations (TB, Brucellosis, Pseudorabies), specialized rescue organization consultations and Johne's Program services, and emergency disease control efforts including quarantines and sample collection. This procurement results in a Master Contract establishing a list of qualified vendors for fee-for-service engagements. Submissions are accepted via COMMBUYS rolling enrollment through March 30, 2031. Estimated procurement value is less than $10,000 per fiscal year.
Fulfillment of qualifications, completion of required forms, best value to the Commonwealth, Supplier Diversity Plan (SDP) Plan submissions (at least 25% of total evaluation points)
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Summary
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, Division of Animal Health seeks qualified licensed veterinarians with large animal, small animal, shelter medicine, or avian/poultry experience to perform on-going, as-needed veterinary services.
Services include routine animal health testing and vaccinations (TB, Brucellosis, Pseudorabies), specialized rescue organization consultations and Johne's Program services, and emergency disease control efforts including quarantines and sample collection. This procurement results in a Master Contract establishing a list of qualified vendors for fee-for-service engagements. Submissions are accepted via COMMBUYS rolling enrollment through March 30, 2031. Estimated procurement value is less than $10,000 per fiscal year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Fulfillment of qualifications, completion of required forms, best value to the Commonwealth, Supplier Diversity Plan (SDP) Plan submissions (at least 25% of total evaluation points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Participating Veterinarian Application
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Agricultural Resources
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 30, 2031. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Elsie Colon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts in MA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Elsie Colon at (857) 505-0874. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Fulfillment of qualifications, completion of required forms, best value to the Commonwealth, Supplier Diversity Plan (SDP) Plan submissions (at least 25% of total evaluation points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 120 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of March 30, 2031, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A: Participating Veterinarian Application. Review the full document from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.