Metropolitan Area Planning Council - FCAM 2027 Ambulances and Associated Equipment - BD-27-1217-MAP03-MAP03-133954 (2026)
Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)MPO · Boston, MA- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Brian Griffin
- (617) 933-0724
The 30-second brief
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council seeks sealed bids from qualified vendors to supply industry standard compliant ambulances, emergency vehicles, and associated equipment for members of the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM). The procurement includes Type I, Type I-AD, Type III, and Type III-AD ambulances under the FCAM Collective Purchasing Program, compliant with NFPA 1917 and KKK-A-1822FF standards. The contract term is from execution through June 30, 2027, with five additional six-month extension options up to three years total. Bids are due by November 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST via CommBUYS. A virtual pre-bid conference was held on October 14, 2026 via Zoom.
Type I ambulances, Type I-AD ambulances, Type III ambulances, Type III-AD ambulances, Associated equipment and options
Lowest price for advertised goods, responsive and responsible bidder, minimum quality requirements
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Summary
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council seeks sealed bids from qualified vendors to supply industry standard compliant ambulances, emergency vehicles, and associated equipment for members of the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM).
The procurement includes Type I, Type I-AD, Type III, and Type III-AD ambulances under the FCAM Collective Purchasing Program, compliant with NFPA 1917 and KKK-A-1822FF standards. The contract term is from execution through June 30, 2027, with five additional six-month extension options up to three years total. Bids are due by November 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST via CommBUYS. A virtual pre-bid conference was held on October 14, 2026 via Zoom.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest price for advertised goods
- Responsive and responsible bidder
- Minimum quality requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Type I ambulances
- Type I-AD ambulances
- Type III ambulances
- Type III-AD ambulances
- Associated equipment and options
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Cover Letter
- Bid Signature Page
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Certificate of Compliance with M.G.L. c. 151B
- Certificate of Non-Debarment
- Additional Certifications
- Right to Know Law Page
- Statement of Competency
- Minimum Quality Requirements
- Financial Questionnaire
- Price Bid Signature Page
- Bid Price Form
- Options Price Form
- Warranties
- References
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Metropolitan Area Planning Council
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Brian Griffin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) 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 Bid 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 Brian Griffin at (617) 933-0724. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Type I ambulances, Type I-AD ambulances, Type III ambulances, Type III-AD ambulances, Associated equipment and options. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Lowest price for advertised goods, responsive and responsible bidder, minimum quality requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
All active and historical solicitations from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 2026, 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 Bid?
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: Cover Letter, Bid Signature Page, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Conflict of Interest Certification, Certificate of Compliance with M.G.L. c. 151B, Certificate of Non-Deb. Review the full document from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) 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.
