Job Order Contracting (JOC)

Job Order Contracts “JOCs” are a new method for procuring rented equipment and related services for VTrans small-scale maintenance and repair needs.

JOCs will replace a contracting method commonly referred to as Category I Maintenance and Rental Agreements or “CAT I MRAs.”
Once JOCs are in place, CAT I’s will no longer be utilized, even if your CAT I MRA contract is not expired.If you have a CAT I contract and wish to continue to provide such services in the future, you must successfully bid on the JOC.

To obtain a JOC, bidders should follow the instructions in the RFP posted at: https://vtrans.vermont.gov/contract-admin/bids-requests/job-order-contracting
Bidders seeking assistance in preparing a proposal can also contact Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (PTAC). PTAC specializes in helping small businesses navigate the documentation associated with State and Federal procurement. Their website is: https://accd.vermont.gov/economic-development/programs/ptac
An individual JOC is essentially a list of equipment and pricing a contactor wishes to make available for Job Orders, as needed by VTrans.

Contractors may choose to offer their equipment and services statewide, or only to specific districts.

VTrans will award Job Orders to contractors with the appropriate equipment and geographical location on an as-needed basis.

Job Orders will either be based on established hourly rates or lump sum pricing.When assigning a lump sum Job Order, VTrans will solicit at least 3 quotes from the contractor pool.

JOC contracts will be for an initial 2-year term, with the option to extend for 2 additional 1-year periods. Prices may only be adjusted at the first extension year and will remain in effect for a subsequently exercised 1-year extension.

VTrans will document all Job Orders using a Job Order Form.In cases where lump sum pricing is solicited, Contractors will use this form when providing a quote.

The maximum limiting amounts of the JOCs will vary based upon the type of equipment listed as available by the Contactor and VTrans’ anticipated needs.