The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is seeking proposals for Microsoft Office 365 training services for its staff. The training should cover beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels for various Microsoft applications and can be delivered in-person, virtually, or through a blended format. Proposals must be submitted electronically by April 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. Key dates include questions due by April 3, 2026, and responses to questions by April 10, 2026. The contract term is anticipated to be from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, with two possible renewal periods. BPHC encourages proposals from underrepresented businesses. Evaluation will be based on organization qualifications and experience (40 points), proposed services (25 points), and cost proposal (35 points). Additional points may be awarded for MBE/WBE or veteran-owned businesses.
The bid notice states that proposals must be received by the submission deadline of April 21, 2026, no later than 4:00 PM, local time EST. Late submissions will not be accepted.
The bid notice indicates that BPHC anticipates paying the contractor based on net 30 payment terms, upon the receipt of an accurate and acceptable invoice.
The bid notice states that the score will be based on a 100-point scale, with Section II. Organization Qualifications and Experience worth 40 points, Section III. Proposed Services worth 25 points, and Section IV. Cost Proposal worth 35 points.
The bid notice requires bidders to submit an overview of their organization, including qualifications and skills to provide the requested services, with three examples of relevant projects. They must also provide information on subcontractors if used, an organizational chart, litigation history, and licensure/certification.
The bid notice mentions that BPHC will not pay any fees for courses that are canceled by the awarded bidder. It also states that if BPHC cancels a course with less than five business days' notice, a cancellation fee may be assessed to BPHC by the awarded bidder, and BPHC reserves the right to negotiate these fees.
The bid notice states that all questions must be received by the RFP coordinator by April 3, 2026, no later than 4:00 PM, local time EST.
