This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Amherst, Massachusetts. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

INTRODUCTION - DESCRIPTION The University of Massachusetts (herein referred to as "UMass" or "University") is requesting bids from qualified suppliers to provide services and product as defined in Attachment G - SCOPE OF SERVICES/WORK (which will detail the applicable Campus(s) this RFX relates to). It is our intent to receive bids from qualified suppliers demonstrating the capacity to provide the quality of service and/or product required to meet the needs and objectives of this Request for Bid. BACKGROUND INFORMATION a. University The University is composed of six (6) distinct operating units, and each of their associated entities and offsite affiliates including: Amherst Campus Boston Campus Dartmouth Campus Lowell Campus President's Office - Central Administration Worcester Campus The University's five campuses and President's Office are geographically dispersed throughout the state. Each campus possesses a unique and complementary mission. A single Board of Trustees composed of 19 voting members and 3 non-voting members governs the University. The President of the University oversees the five-campus system, and each campus has its own Chancellor. Bids must remain valid for at least 120 calendar days from the deadline for bid submission. Any bids may be withdrawn or modified prior to the date and time stated in the bid for the opening of bids. Such withdrawal or modifications must be made within the subject event and performed though the online bidding tool. Contract Term This contract shall commence on January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, with the option to renew for an additional (2) one-year terms with the mutual agreement of both the University and the awarded vendor(s). The University reserves the right to award to more than one vendor.