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MASSACHUSETTS
STATE
LOTTERY
COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 2021 COMMISSION MEETING
DEBORAH B. GOLDBERG, CHAIR
TREASURER AND RECEIVER GENERAL
THOMAS A. TURCO, III MEGHAN S. LIDDY
SECRETARY OF PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSIONER
ANTHONY J. SALVIDIO WILLIAM J. MCNAMARA
COMMISSIONER COMPTROLLER
MICHAEL R. SWEENEY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
FEBRUARY 23, 2021Massachusetts State Lottery Commission
150 Mount Vernon Street
Dorchester, MA 02125
Tel: (781) 849-5555
Fax: (781) 849-5546
TTY: (781) 849-5678
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
In accordance with G.L. c. 30A, §§ 18-25 and 940 CMR 29.03, but subject to the
Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, § 20
issued by Governor Baker on March 12, 2020, notice is hereby given of a meeting
of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission to be held remotely at the
following time:
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
10:30 a.m.
Conference Call Meeting with Screen Sharing/Presentation
This meeting is open to the public. To access, please contact the Lottery’s Legal
Department at (781) 917-6057 or via email at gpolin@masslottery.com and you
will be provided with a Phone Number and Conference ID and/or link.
I. Opening of Meeting
II. Approval of Minutes from January 26, 2021
III. Executive Director’s Report
IV. Matters Requiring Approval of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission
VOTE (1): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 17, 2021,
the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission is increasing the aggregate maximum obligation for
Fiscal Year 2021 an additional four million dollars ($4,000,000.00) for the Commission’s
contracts for instant tickets, game designs, marketing services, and related services with the
following firms:
IGT Global Solutions Corporation
10 Memorial Blvd.
Providence, RI 02903
Pollard Banknote Limited
140 Otter Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 0MB
Scientific Games International, Inc.
1500 Bluegrass Lakes Pkwy.
Alpharetta, GA 30004This original award was made pursuant a competitive bid process (RFR LOT # 2101).
The aggregate maximum obligation assumed hereunder for the above referenced contracts for
Fiscal Year 2021 shall not exceed eighteen million dollars ($18,000,000.00).
VOTE (2): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 9, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to utilize statewide contract OFF46 to procure delivery services,
including overnight next day delivery services, with:
United Parcel Service
15 Arlington Street
Watertown, MA 02472
The maximum obligation assumed hereunder for Fiscal Year 2022 shall not exceed two million,
seven hundred fifty thousand dollars ($2,750,000.00).
VOTE (3): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 16, 2021,
the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission is increasing the maximum obligation an additional
one hundred seventy thousand dollars ($170,000.00) for the Commission’s contract for criminal
background screening services with:
SportsEngine d/b/a National Center for Safety Initiatives
807 Broadway Street
Minneapolis, MN 55413
This award is made pursuant to a competitive bid process (RFR LOT #2103).
The aggregate obligation for these services during this three (3) year contract period will not
exceed three hundred fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00). The term of this contract may be
extended for two (2) additional one-year periods.
VOTE (4): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 12, 2021,
the Executive Director is authorized to make payments to state vendors for goods and services to
relocate the Lottery’s North Shore Claims Center and Operations Center from 11 Cumming Park,
Woburn, MA to 160 Winthrop Ave., Lawrence, MA.
The maximum obligation assumed hereunder shall not exceed six hundred thousand dollars
($600,000.00).
VOTE (5): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 16, 2021,
the Executive Director is authorized to enter into a contract for system readiness assessment
services for the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission’s remote ticket cashing application
with:
Guidehouse LLP
2941 Fairview Park Drive
Suite 501
Falls Church, VA 22042This award is made pursuant to statewide contract ITS74 through a competitive bid process
(RFQ LOT # 2110).
The maximum obligation for these services shall not exceed four hundred eighty-three thousand
dollars ($483,000.00).
VOTE (6): The Executive Director is authorized to continue to work with the
Commonwealth’s Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) and to
take necessary action and to execute a Short-Term Tenancy Agreement for the premises at 151
West Boylston Street, Worcester Massachusetts pursuant to terms that are consistent with those
discussed and/or presented at this meeting.
VOTE (7): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 9, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to utilize state contract VEH98 and expend funds to purchase
vehicles during fiscal year 2021.
The maximum obligation assumed hereunder shall not exceed three hundred ten thousand dollars
($310,000.00).
VOTE (8): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 4, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to encumber and expend up to two hundred thirty-five thousand
dollars ($235,000.00) in Fiscal Year 2021 for vehicle maintenance management services and
other services from the following vendor pursuant to Statewide Contract VEH84A:
Rental Concepts Inc. d/b/a Fleet Response
6450 Rockside Woods Blvd., S, Ste 250
Cleveland, OH 44131
The maximum obligation assumed hereunder for Fiscal Year 2021 shall not exceed two hundred
thirty-five thousand dollars ($235,000.00).
V. Other Business – Reserved for Matters the Chair did not Reasonably Anticipate at the
Time of Posting
Date Posted to Website: Thursday, February 18, 2021 prior to 5:00 p.m.
Supporting the 351 Cities and Towns of Massachusetts
Visit our Web Site: www.masslottery.comTABLE OF CONTENTS
• APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM JANUARY 26, 2021
• MATTERS REQUIRING APPROVAL OF THE
MASSACHUSETTS STATE LOTTERY COMMISSIONMINUTES
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
FROM
January 26, 2021Massachusetts State Lottery Commission
Draft/Unofficial Meeting Minutes for 01/26/2021 Meeting
Massachusetts State Lottery Commission
150 Mount Vernon Street, Suite 300
Dorchester, Massachusetts 02125
Tel: (781) 849-5555
Fax: (781) 849-5546
TTY: (781) 849-5678
Draft/Unofficial Meeting Minutes
DATE: Tuesday, January 26, 2021
TIME: 10:30 a.m.
All Attendees Participated Remotely through Cisco Webex Conferencing System
MEMBERS PRESENT: Deborah Goldberg, Treasurer and Receiver General
William J. McNamara, Comptroller
Spencer Lord, Special Counsel, Executive Office of Public Safety and
Security, designee of Secretary Thomas A. Turco III
Anthony Salvidio, Commissioner
MEMBERS ABSENT: Meghan Liddy, Commissioner
ALSO PRESENT: Michael Sweeney, Executive Director, Lottery
Edward Farley, Chief Marketing Officer, Lottery
Didier Bertola, Chief Financial Officer, Lottery
Thomas Cream, Assistant Executive Director IT, Lottery
Matthew DiFrancesco, Assistant Executive Director, Operations, Lottery
Judy Moore, Senior Executive Assistant, Lottery
Gregory Polin, General Counsel, Lottery
Christian Teja, Director of Communications, Lottery
Delwin Dickinson, Senior Consultant, Advizex
James MacDonald, First Deputy Treasurer
Sarah Kim, General Counsel, Treasury
Chandra Bork, Chief of Staff, Treasury
John Durgin, Associate General Counsel for Debt Management, Treasury
Lizandra Gomes, Deputy Chief of Staff, Treasury
Alethea Harney, Communications Director, Treasury
Andrew Napolitano, Deputy Communications Director, Treasury
Liz Zelnick, Senior Policy Analyst, Treasury
Jeffrey Shapiro, Esquire, Deputy Comptroller, Chief Operating Officer
Victor Ortiz, Director of Office of Problem Gambling Services,
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
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Lorena Lama, Deputy Director of Office of Problem Gambling Services,
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Chelsea Turner, Director of Responsible Gambling,
Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health
Marlene Warner, Executive Director, Massachusetts Council on Gaming
and Health
Adrianne Appel, New England Correspondent, Bloomberg Industry Group
Colin Young, State House News Service
I. Opening of Meeting
Treasurer Deborah Goldberg opened the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission
(“Commission”) meeting at 10:32 a.m.
Treasurer Goldberg stated:
Pursuant to the Commonwealth’s Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General
Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 20, as the Chair of the Massachusetts State Lottery
Commission, I would like to advise that any person may make a video or audio
recording of this open meeting. However, I am obligated to inform attendees of
anyone recording at the beginning of the meeting, so I ask that those who are doing
so identify themselves.
Judy Moore, Senior Executive Assistant, Lottery, identified herself as making a recording to
assist in the preparation of the meeting minutes. Colin Young, State House News Service, also
stated that he would be making such a recording today.
Gregory Polin, Lottery General Counsel, then asked if there were any other attendees who
would be making a recording to identify themselves as doing so.
Treasurer Goldberg then made the following statement:
Pursuant to the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Laws,
Chapter 30A, section 20, all of the Commissioners will be participating remotely
for this meeting because physical attendance is unreasonably difficult.
Normally, the Commissioners are able to participate remotely only when a quorum
of the members are physically present at the meeting location, however, the
Commission is relying on Governor Baker’s March 12th Executive Order that
allows remote participation by all members of a public body and suspends the
requirement that a quorum of the body and the chair be physically present at the
specified meeting location.
Commissioners, we are all participating by a conference call. Commissioners,
please let us know if you have any sort of technical difficulty. The Commissioners
may participate in any and all votes scheduled to take place at today’s meeting. All
votes must be taken by roll call.
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II. Approval of the Minutes from December 29, 2020
Treasurer Goldberg asked the Commission to accept the minutes its meeting held on December
29, 2020. Commissioner Anthony Salvidio made a motion to accept the minutes of the meeting and
Commissioner William McNamara seconded the motion.
Treasurer Goldberg, recognizing there was no further discussion, moved the motion to a roll-
call vote. Special Counsel Spencer Lord: yes; Commissioner William McNamara: yes;
Commissioner Anthony Salvidio: yes; and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion carried. The
minutes were approved at 10:36 a.m.
III. Executive Director’s Report
a. Sales Update
b. Marketing Update
Massachusetts State Lottery Performance 6 Month Comparison
Executive Director Michael Sweeney reported on the sales comparison between the pre-
pandemic period of July through December 2019 and the same time a year later during the
pandemic.
Executive Director Sweeney explained the trends through the first half of FY21, in comparison
to the first half of FY20. The period from July through December 2019, the pre-pandemic period,
experienced normal operating circumstances and showed healthy, robust numbers entering into
2020. The pandemic has caused changes in consumer behavior and travel. The Lottery took an
enormous hit in Keno sales during the previous six months, particularly because of the closures or
limitations on key Lottery venues like restaurants and pubs. Despite the fact that the Lottery saw a
12.4 percent decrease in Keno sales as compared to the same time period in 2019, the Lottery
experienced a 2 percent increase in total sales and a projected 4.3 percent increase over through the
end of December in net profit as compared to the July through December 2019 period. He credited
the team at the Lottery for their determination to make this happen.
Executive Director Sweeney added that the recent excitement and focus surrounding the two
large jackpots with Mega Millions and Powerball, which he described as a January 2021
phenomenon, had no impact on these numbers.
Claim Center Managers
Executive Director Sweeney commended the outstanding efforts put forth by the IT unit at the
Lottery as well as the warehouse and distribution teams. He specifically acknowledged the leaders
within the Lottery claim centers and sales unit. He presented a slide that recognized the following
individuals: Michael Lorden, Lottery Assistant Executive Director of Sales; and Lottery Claim
Center Managers Sheila Capone-Wulsin (Woburn), Thomas Dougherty (Woburn), Michael Lanava
(Springfield and Worcester), Patricia Lyons (Dorchester), Steven Martins (New Bedford) and PJ
Vande Rydt (Braintree). He stated that they, along with their teams, have done a phenomenal job in
response to the new operational realities and safety standards. He added that the Lottery has been
fortunate to have been able to put together a business continuity team to gather best practices and
make adjustments.
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Lottery Sales Update-December
Executive Director Sweeney reported that overall unadjusted sales for December of 2020 were
down $20.9 million from December 2019. The estimated December 2020 net profit and prize
payout figures do not include accruals for prizes won that have not yet been paid. The estimated
net profit for December 2020 was $97.7 million as compared to $89.7 million in December 2019,
resulting in an estimated $8.0 million increase in net profit. The estimated prize payout for
December 2020 was 69.41 percent as compared to 72.10 percent in December 2019.
Executive Director Sweeney then reported on the estimated FY21 year-to-date net profit and
prize payout figures which both include accruals for prizes won that have not yet been paid. The
estimated year-to-date net profit for the first six months of FY21 is $531.7 million as compared to
$509.5 million for the first six months of FY20. The adjusted year over year change for the first six
months of FY21 versus the first six months of FY20, is an estimated $28.1 million increase in net
profit. The estimated year-to-date prize payout for the first six months of FY21 is 73.15 percent as
compared to 73.72 percent for the first six months of FY20.
Executive Director Sweeney provided a breakdown on the December 2020 sales. The Numbers
Game sales were up $2.4 million, Powerball sales were up $1.8 million (high jackpot of $365.3
million as compared to $200 million in December 2019), and Mass Cash sales were up $212,669.
Compared to December of 2019, Keno sales were down $13.0 million, Instant Ticket sales were
down 10.4 million, Mega Millions sales were down $1.6 million (high jackpot of $376 million as
compared to $372 million in December 2019), Megabucks Doubler sales were down $254,749
(high jackpot of $6.81 million as compared to $8.17 million in December 2019), Lucky for Life
sales were down $114,062, and All or Nothing sales were down $41,410.
Executive Director Sweeney concluded that overall, factoring in the obstacles and realities
related to the pandemic, the last six months have shown strong sales and a historic performance.
Five Year Comparison Chart
Executive Director Sweeney provided a visual representation of a five-year comparison chart
showing the highest payout as a percentage of the Lottery’s sales from the last five years. He
announced that the prize payout was at 73.2 percent, which is slightly lower from this same time
last year but higher than the previous three years.
Gross Sales Results – December Sales
Executive Director Sweeney discussed the Gross Sales Results of November FY21 versus the
November FY20 Unadjusted Non-Fiscal Year, as well as the year-to-date results for FY21versus
FY20.
Solely examining the December sales from this fiscal year versus FY20, Executive Director
Sweeney indicated that a lot of the numbers are shown to be in the red. The Mega Millions sales
difference of negative $1.6 million, which is a 15.7 percent decrease as compared to December
2019, can be attributed to the jackpot. Keno continues to be the product, which has been most
negatively impacted as a result of the pandemic over the last six months of this fiscal year and was
down $13 million in December. Overall, sales were down 4.7 percent from last December.
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Reporting on the figures for FY21 sales through December, Executive Director Sweeney
announced that sales were keeping up well. Despite significant hurdles, instant ticket sales were up
5.8 percent higher than last fiscal year and generated over $100 million in additional sales. Keno
sales were down over $67 million. Executive Director Sweeney stated that overall the Lottery has
been performing well with total sales through December showing a 1.9 percent increase from
December 2019, with an approximate increase of $50 million in sales. Executive Director Sweeney
reiterated that these numbers are not reflective of the large Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots
that occurred in January.
Current Lottery Operations
Executive Director Sweeney reported that the current status of Lottery operations remains
similar to last month. The Lottery will continue to make changes as needed to maintain a safe
environment for both its team members as well as the general public. He expressed gratitude to the
Treasurer and the Commission for their leadership, guidance and understanding as the Lottery
makes these adjustments. He acknowledged that although there aren’t any perfect solutions, the
Lottery strives to do its best during this time and overall, continues to take positive measures.
Security Awareness Accomplishments 2020
Executive Director Sweeney provided an update on the ways in which the Lottery continues to
be aggressive in Cyber Security protection and awareness, which he described as a continuous
battle. Although the Lottery has made significant progress in the last three years, the dynamics of
cyber security change on an hourly basis. He extended his gratitude for the additional funding from
the prior bond authorization as well as additional funds that may be forth coming next year.
Executive Director Sweeney announced that the Lottery has formalized a security awareness
training requirement for all new Massachusetts State Lottery employees within the first thirty days
of employment. In addition, the Lottery has implemented a security awareness training and
reporting through an online platform, which has been used to create, administer and track a custom
COVID 19 Safety training module for all MSLC employees.
Additionally, the Lottery has made significant progress in the area of personally identifiable
information (PII) and how the information is processed to ensure it is secure. Over the last twelve
to sixteen months, training has been ongoing, particularly for front line employees who are privy to
information from both Lottery customers and retail agents as they set up their licenses.
The Lottery intends to remain on this path as aggressively as possible and take advice from the
Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS) and other outside agencies, both public
and private. At minimum, semi-annual security training will be given to all employees. He pointed
out campaigns that will be offered on a quarterly basis in specific areas, such as, recognizing
attempts that breach security as well as how to report them. This is all being done on a variety of
platforms such as emails, newsletters and educational programs with Michael Eagan, Assistant
Executive Director of Cyber Security, playing an instrumental role in leading these efforts.
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Mass. Top Ten in 2020 Outbound Migration By Matt Murphy, State House News, January 7,
2021
Executive Director Sweeney reported on a current news item that pertains to the changing
landscape of Massachusetts and how it has had an impact on the Lottery. The article, which
appeared in the State House News in early January, reported on the outbound population that is
leaving Massachusetts. This would include retirees who are looking for a change of lifestyle or
other work opportunities. Unfortunately, Massachusetts is a state that ranks eighth in the country
for the greatest percentage of its population leaving. Also noteworthy is that the border state
Connecticut is also among the top ten and is a state that the Massachusetts Lottery receives
additional business from as customers.
United Van Lines reported that 56.6 percent of its Massachusetts business was from customers
leaving the state, while 43.4 percent of moves were people and family relocating primarily for work
or family. Of those leaving Massachusetts, 35.2 percent of United customers surveyed said it was
because of work and 24.2 percent said they were leaving to retire or for family. Another nearly 20
percent said they left for a change in lifestyle. Executive Director Sweeney suspected that a
significant portion of the 35.2 percent, those who are leaving Massachusetts, are likely going to
switch to remote work which will impact Lottery sales. For example, those who live in New
Hampshire and travel on a weekly basis into various parts of Massachusetts and who often stop for
purchases will no longer do that because of the shift to remote work being seen by all types of
industries.
Social Media
The Lottery continues in its social media efforts to connect with players and Executive Director
Sweeney shared the creative ways in which the Lottery uses social media to engage, educate, and
entertain customers and communities during the Coronavirus outbreak.
With the heightened jackpots during the month of January, the Lottery ramped up its efforts in
raising awareness on responsible gambling as well as being cognizant in following public health
guidelines. This was done by utilizing a variety of social media platforms, including Facebook.
Christian Teja, Lottery Assistant Executive Director of Communications, conducted a number of
interviews to call attention to these two issues as well as emphasizing the enormous odds of hitting
a jackpot.
Executive Director Sweeney highlighted the Lottery’s relationship with the Boston Celtics’
Heroes Among Us ceremony which was promoted on Twitter. Additionally, he acknowledged a
recent marketing effort using Instagram which recognized retail agents as well as the games.
Holiday Responsible Gambling Awareness Campaign
Executive Director Sweeney reported on the Lottery’s Holiday Responsible Gambling
Awareness Campaign. He referred to the positive relationship that the Lottery has with the
Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Office of Problem Gambling Services. He extended
his appreciation to the Lottery’s marketing team, as the Lottery was able to provide the DPH with
radio inventory (approximately 700 spots) valued at an estimated $87,000 during the holiday
season. The spots were aired on stations across the Commonwealth, raising awareness of the risks
of youth and gambling.
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IV. Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Office of Problem Gambling Services
Update
Executive Director Sweeney introduced two members from the Massachusetts Department of
Public Health’s Office of Problem Gambling Services ̶ Director Victor Ortiz and Deputy Director
Lorena Lama.
Director Ortiz expressed his appreciation on behalf of the Department of Public Health
(“DPH”) for the successful collaboration with the Massachusetts State Lottery. He acknowledged
Deputy Director Lorena Lama as the driving force and coordinator of the campaign in spreading
awareness that lottery tickets are not a suitable holiday gift for children. Director Ortiz stated that
his responsibilities include leading the Office of Problem Gambling Services at the DPH for
problem gambling in the Commonwealth. He highlighted that the DPH’s vision and mission is
centered on the belief that everyone has the right to optimal health and well-being and he explained
the ways that the DPH accomplished a drive towards their mission by three different strategies.
The first strategy involves looking at critical data, which he described as the compass that
serves as the guide around public health matters. The second strategy focuses on the social
determinants of the needs and the conditions of where people are born, grow and live. He added
that this is also the area that sees the greatest inequities and the number one driver to help the
outcome. The final strategy focuses on eradicating health disparities. The Office of Problem
Gambling Services is operating under a comprehensive platform, which it is familiar to those who
work in public health. Director Ortiz added that it is unprecedented in the field of problem
gambling to use such a platform. He explained that historically, the field of problem gambling has
been disconnected from the community experience of gambling and communities of color. The
DPH is charting a brand new, unique path forward in Massachusetts which he acknowledged was
very exciting but at the same time, a lot of work. He recognized that in order to accomplish these
goals, it takes a mammoth amount of collaboration. In this collaboration, Director Ortiz expressed
his gratitude to Executive Director Sweeney for not only creating access to an engagement around
the issue of problem gambling, but in also being an active participant in the context of focusing on
the topic that pushes focus on those who are disproportionately impacted. This includes veterans,
youths, adults and people of color. He added that the Lottery has been continually present in
helping the DPH to do better, and to do more, and the logistics of this campaign are the fruit of the
labor of the work that is being done.
Director Ortiz reported that the campaign specifically focused on providing and creating
awareness around Lottery tickets and young people. He provided visuals explaining that with the
partnership of the Lottery and the DPH, the campaign ran for two weeks and leveraged the assets of
both sides that drove the success of the campaign. The DPH engaged over 1,200 individuals at the
community level with over forty community partners who played a major role in getting the word
out.
Director Ortiz reported on the outcome of this campaign. In a two-week period, there were
close to 800,000 impressions with an overall Click Through Rate (CTR) of 1.06% through social
media. The significance of this number is that the benchmark for a campaign is around 0.06
percent. Much of this is centered on the fact that when work is done in collaboration, good things
happen and greater things get done. These numbers demonstrate the strength of that collaboration.
In examining the gender data, the female demographic delivered the strongest CTR and
engagements. The 65+ age segment drove highest engagements and the strongest CTR. Not only
did the campaign focus and attract adults in regards to targeting and aiming for youth, but this also
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engaged older adults. Director Ortiz considered this a win for everyone and overall, a successful
campaign.
There was a lot that was learned through the process that will make it better for future years.
He added that one of the strengths of this campaign and partnership was that simultaneously, the
DPH also launched a youth and parent campaign and utilized this campaign as a supplemental,
complimentary piece to the overall campaign.
Director Ortiz addressed the data and the mode in which people accessed the campaign and
stated that 88 percent of those who accessed the campaign was through a mobile device. This was
expected given modern technology and what is seen in other campaigns.
In closing, Director Ortiz expressed his thanks to the Lottery for its partnership, collective
effort and ensuring that it is critical to think clearly of how to get together to mitigate harm
associated with gambling. The DPH is excited about the possibilities and the future plans for other
activities.
V. Matters Requiring Approval of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission
VOTE (1): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated January 15, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to exercise the first option year extension of the Massachusetts
State Lottery Commission’s contracts to purchase bet slips with:
Total Business Systems, Inc. d/b/a Deluxe Data Printers
30800 Montpelier
Madison Heights, MI 48071
RMF Printing Technologies, Inc.
50 Pearl Street
Lancaster, NY 14086
This original award was made pursuant to a competitive bid process (RFR LOT #1706).
The aggregate maximum obligation assumed hereunder for these contracts in Fiscal Year 2021
shall not exceed three hundred fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00).
Commissioner William McNamara made a motion for the Executive Director to exercise the
first option year extension and Commissioner Anthony Salvidio seconded the motion.
Executive Director Sweeney explained that this is a standard business operational matter that
will allow the Lottery to purchase bet slips for a full array of draw games including Mega Millions,
Lucky for Life, and the daily Numbers Game. Executive Director Sweeney described this as a
typical and standard contract that is needed to keep these supplies coming in.
Treasurer Goldberg, recognizing there was no further discussion, moved the motion to a roll-
call vote. Commissioner McNamara: yes; Commissioner Salvidio: yes; Special Counsel Lord: yes;
and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion carried.
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VOTE (2): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated January 15, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to extend the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission’s
contract for custodial services with:
Facilities Management & Maintenance, Inc.
25 Beach St 3R
Dorchester, MA 02324
This original award was made pursuant to statewide contract FAC81 – Custodial Services
through a competitive bid process (BID #17-30).
The maximum obligation for these services during the one-year period of March 1, 2021
through February 28, 2022 shall not exceed one million, two hundred five thousand, nine
hundred forty-nine dollars, forty-three cents ($1,205,949.43).
Special Counsel Spencer Lord made a motion for the Executive Director to extend the
Massachusetts State Lottery Commission’s contract for custodial services and Commissioner
William McNamara seconded the motion.
Executive Director Sweeney explained that there has been a significant increase in cleaning
costs mostly as a result of COVID-19 and additional daily cleanings, particularly in the claim
centers. These practices are projected to continue through this fiscal year and if circumstances
allow, this will be scaled back as appropriate. He added that the cleaning service company has
served the Lottery well and that Matthew DiFrancesco, Assistant Executive Director of Operations,
was in attendance to answer any questions.
Treasurer Goldberg, recognizing there was no further discussion, moved the motion to a roll-
call vote. Commissioner McNamara: yes; Commissioner Salvidio: yes; Special Counsel Lord: yes;
and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion carried.
VOTE (3): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated January 19, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to enter into contracts for moving and storage services with:
Wakefield Moving and Storage Inc.
One Second Street
Peabody, MA 01960
Diamond Relocation Inc.
13 Branch Street
Methuen, MA 01844
This award is made pursuant to statewide contract FAC96 through a competitive bid process
(RFQ LOT # 2106).
The maximum obligation for these services from February 1, 2021 through January 31, 2023
shall not exceed four hundred fifty thousand dollars ($450,000.00).
Special Counsel Spencer Lord made a motion to authorize the Executive Director to enter into
contracts for moving and storage services and Commissioner William McNamara seconded the
motion.
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Executive Director Sweeney stated that this vote comes as a result of an RFQ which brought
about a number of bidders. After going through the scoring process the team settled on two
vendors. Wakefield Movers and Diamond Relocation. These services are used primarily to move
the bigger and bulkier machines from Play Activated Terminals (PAT) as well as some of the other
player activated machines. This usually involves situations where repairs are necessary or when
locations close or relocate in which the Lottery is responsible for moving.
Treasurer Goldberg, recognizing there was no further discussion, moved the motion to a roll-
call vote. Commissioner McNamara: yes; Commissioner Salvidio: yes; Special Counsel Lord: yes;
and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion carried.
VOTE (4): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated January 11, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to exercise the second one (1) year contract extension option
for network communications services with:
Verizon Enterprise Solutions
125 High Street
Boston, MA 02110
This original award was made pursuant to a competitive bid process (RFR LOT # 1502).
The maximum obligation for these services during the period of May 1, 2021 through April 30,
2022 will not exceed eight million, two hundred thousand dollars ($8,200,000.00).
Commissioner William McNamara made a motion for the Executive Director to exercise the
second one (1) year contract extension option for network communications services and Special
Counsel Spencer Lord seconded the motion.
Executive Director Sweeney stated that networks and communication services have never been
more important for any industry as they are today. Both communication and technology within the
Lottery continues to be enhanced. He acknowledged that Verizon has been an important partner
that Assistant Executive Director of Operations, Matthew DiFrancesco, and others at the Lottery
work with daily to keep the backbone of the Lottery running. He mentioned that although the
dollar amount is significant, it is the reality of operations.
Treasurer Goldberg, recognizing there was no further discussion, moved the motion to a roll-
call vote. Commissioner Salvidio: yes; Special Counsel Lord: yes; Commissioner McNamara: yes;
and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion carried.
VOTE (5): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated January 15, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to encumber and expend an additional four million, two
hundred forty-three thousand dollars ($4,243,000.00) for technology modernization projects,
including contracts through ITS63 with McInnis Consulting Services Inc., located at 100
Prospect Street, Norwell, MA 02061, for the consulting services of subject matter experts with
any of the following firms to provide information technology expertise:
NTT Data Services
100 City Square
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Charlestown, MA 02129
Rolta Advizex Technologies, LLC
3 Burlington Woods Drive, Suite 206
Burlington, MA 01803
Gartner, Inc.
125 Summer St # 4
Boston, MA 02110
The aggregate total maximum obligation assumed hereunder for the above services shall not
exceed nine million, two hundred forty three thousand dollars ($9,243,000.00). Any future
encumbrance or expenditure pursuant to this vote is contingent upon appropriate availability of
funding for the Lottery.
Commissioner Anthony Salvidio made a motion for the Executive Director to encumber and
expend the additional funds and Special Counsel Spencer Lord seconded the motion.
Treasurer Goldberg asked Executive Director Sweeney if he could begin by first explaining
why this vote and the vote that follows involve the same three companies.
Executive Director Sweeney stated that this vote is for a variety of ongoing efforts that have
been discussed and documented in prior votes as funding becomes available. He emphasized that
the Legacy IBM COBOL system is in the process of being dismantled to make way for a variety of
new platforms based upon being the most secure, cost effective, convenient, and expandable for
Lottery operations. Executed Director Sweeney noted that the IBM COBOL system is over twenty
years old. Executed Director Sweeney also noted the Lottery’s remote ticket cashing app.
Executive Director Sweeney spoke about the continuing rapid change in technology and the
shift from desktop platforms to mobile devices. On this front, the Lottery continues to catch up and
modernize wherever possible and shift wherever appropriate onto cloud based services and develop
more apps. The Lottery has made a lot of progress but there’s still a lot to be done. He added that
the main difference between this vote and the vote that follows is that the following vote mainly
revolves around the issue of cyber security and how it is being approached as an organization.
Commissioner William McNamara asked if the $4.2 million was entirely for consulting
services as opposed to the vote that follows where the requested funds are for software and tools.
Executive Director Sweeney understood that to be the case and asked Didier Bertola, Lottery
Chief Financial Officer, who confirmed this statement.
Regarding the $4.2 million, Commissioner William McNamara stated that under this label, the
consultants can be advising on how to do things or they can actually doing those things as an
integral part of executing the change and management of the project. He then asked Executive
Director Sweeney if he could describe the end result and deliverable of the $4.2 million. Executive
Director Sweeney agreed with the statement and explained that it was a combination of both. Using
Gartner, Inc. as an example, he specified that on occasion, Gartner, Inc. has formally and informally
conducted an outside review of some of the system projects and has offered advice and consulting.
This is necessary in keeping the Lottery on the right path and to make sure that what is being
contemplated is making sense functionally and financially. In addition, there is a lot of hands-on
work including the involvement of the actual development of apps and software such as the remote
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ticket app. Additionally, an important piece of this is to determine the best way to dismantle the
IBM system, which Executive Director Sweeney described as a very complicated and delicate
process.
Executive Director Sweeney stated that the consultants serve in a variety of roles, some of
which is hands-on. The Lottery team is involved in weekly meetings with an IT unit group who
interact directly with key Lottery personnel and review each and every project. Thomas Cream,
Assistant Executive Director of IT at the Lottery, validated Executive Director Sweeney’s
statements and added that project management is key and that the existing systems and the Legacy
systems are like balls of string with a lot of complexity. Chief Financial Officer Bertola agreed and
added that this process uses modern technology to make the process more efficient and enables
what has been done for decades into a more streamlined process.
Executive Director Sweeney said that one of the problems being faced is the budget and it
would be desirable to have the resources and ability to bring on a significant number of IT trained
people full-time but the nature of the business is that the salaries that are commanded as well as the
ongoing training that is necessary makes it nearly impossible for a state agency to have on, as full
time, the full array of individuals that would be needed to perform the full complement of IT related
matters that are necessary in today’s world.
Commissioner McNamara agreed with the details described and added that the return on IT
Consultants can vary from fabulous as it prevents mistakes and costly rework but cautioned that it
could also be vapor and he believed it was clear that Executive Director Sweeney and the Lottery
are managing this process actively. He stated that some elements are renting capacity and expertise
that is not available full-time and that every organization would benefit from this type of practice.
Commissioner McNamara also noted that even for organizations where it is appropriate to bring on
such expertise full-time, some of that expertise has a shelf life and when you are renting it, you are
avoiding the issue of having an expertise that is outdated.
In conclusion, Commissioner McNamara was confident that this process has been well thought
out and is being properly practiced. Executive Director Sweeney assured the Commission that
every issue faced, is drilled down and examined to ensure efficiencies, accountability, projects are
staying on track, and efforts are keeping true to the mission to be successful in making
improvements.
Treasurer Goldberg, recognizing there was no further discussion, moved the motion to a roll-
call vote. Commissioner McNamara: yes; Commissioner Salvidio: yes; Special Counsel Lord: yes;
and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion carried.
VOTE (6): For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated January 15, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to encumber and expend an additional one million, four
hundred fifty-two thousand, eighty-two dollars ($1,452,082.00) for tools and software to
continue cyber security efforts and for contracts through ITS63 with McInnis Consulting
Services Inc., located at 100 Prospect Street, Norwell, MA 02061, for the consulting services of
subject matter experts with any of the following firms to provide cyber security expertise:
NTT Data Services
100 City Square
Charlestown, MA 02129
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Rolta Advizex Technologies, LLC
3 Burlington Woods Drive, Suite 206
Burlington, MA 01803
Gartner, Inc.
125 Summer St # 4
Boston, MA 02110
The aggregate total maximum obligation assumed hereunder for the above services shall not
exceed two million, four hundred thirty-two thousand, eighty-two dollars ($2,432,082.00). Any
future encumbrance or expenditure pursuant to this vote is contingent upon appropriate
availability of funding for the Lottery.
Special Counsel Spencer Lord made a motion for the Executive Director to encumber and
expend the additional funds and Commissioner William McNamara seconded the motion.
Executive Director Sweeney stated that the attached memorandum clearly outlines this vote.
Although the Lottery is not yet where it wants to be, it is light years from where the Lottery was
three years ago. He added that there is still a long and continuous way to go but assured the
Commission that significant progress is being made.
Treasurer Goldberg, recognizing there was no further discussion, moved the motion to a roll-
call vote. Commissioner Salvidio: yes; Special Counsel Lord yes; Commissioner McNamara:
yes; and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion carried.
VI. Other Business – Reserved for matters the Chair did not reasonably anticipate at the time
of posting
After asking if there was any other business to discuss, Treasurer Goldberg sought a motion to
adjourn the meeting. Commissioner William McNamara moved to adjourn and Special Counsel
Spencer Lord seconded the motion.
Treasurer Goldberg moved the motion to a roll-call vote. Commissioner Salvidio: yes; Special
Counsel Lord: yes; Commissioner McNamara: yes; and Treasurer Goldberg: yes. The Motion
carried.
The Commission meeting adjourned at 11:37 a.m.
List of Documents and Exhibits Used:
• MSLC January 26, 2021 Commission Meeting Book
• MSLC Meeting Executive Director’s Report, January 26, 2021 – PowerPoint Presentation
• Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Office of Problem Gambling Services, Lottery
Campaign Final Report
13VOTES MATTERS REQUIRING APPROVAL OF THE MASSACHUSETTS STATE LOTTERY COMMISSION
VOTE: For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 17, 2021,
the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission is increasing the aggregate
maximum obligation for Fiscal Year 2021 an additional four million dollars
($4,000,000.00) for the Commission’s contracts for instant tickets, game designs,
marketing services, and related services with the following firms:
IGT Global Solutions Corporation
10 Memorial Blvd.
Providence, RI 02903
Pollard Banknote Limited
140 Otter Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 0MB
Scientific Games International, Inc.
1500 Bluegrass Lakes Pkwy.
Alpharetta, GA 30004
This original award was made pursuant a competitive bid process (RFR LOT #
2101).
The aggregate maximum obligation assumed hereunder for the above referenced
contracts for Fiscal Year 2021 shall not exceed eighteen million dollars
($18,000,000.00).
Dated: February 23, 2021MEMORANDUM To: Michael Sweeney, Executive Director From: Edward Farley, Chief Marketing Officer Copy to: Greg Polin, General Counsel Date: February 17, 2021 RE: RFR Lot No. 1705 – Instant Tickets, Game Designs and Marketing Services On June 23, 2020, the Commission voted to approve a maximum obligation of five million, one hundred thousand dollars ($5,100,000.00) for the purchase of instant tickets, game designs and marketing services during the remaining period of the Commission’s contracts, which were entered into pursuant to a competitive bid process (RFR LOT # 1705) and which expire on October 4, 2020. Subsequently, on August 25, 2020, in accordance with a competitive bid process (RFR Lot # 2101), the Commission voted to authorize the Executive Director to enter into three (3) separate five (5) year contracts, each with two (2) one (1) year extension options, with IGT Global Solutions Corporation, Pollard Banknote, Ltd. and Scientific Games International, Inc. The maximum obligation for the five-year period was set at eighty-five million dollars ($85,000,000.00). Then on September 29, 2020, the Commission voted to increase the aggregate maximum obligation to develop, produce, and market instant tickets with the above-mentioned vendors by eight million, nine hundred thousand dollars ($8,900,000.00) for a total aggregate maximum obligation of fourteen million dollars ($14,000,000.00) for these services for Fiscal Year 2021. We once again approach the Commission to request an additional four million dollars ($4,000,000.00) to be spent to develop, produce, and market instant tickets with the above-mentioned vendors. This would bring the total maximum obligation for FY 21 to eighteen million dollars ($18,000,000.00.) Respectfully, Edward J. Farley Chief Marketing Officer, MSLC
VOTE: For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 9, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to utilize statewide contract OFF46 to procure
delivery services, including overnight next day delivery services, with:
United Parcel Service
15 Arlington Street
Watertown, MA 02472
The maximum obligation assumed hereunder for Fiscal Year 2022 shall not
exceed two million, seven hundred fifty thousand dollars ($2,750,000.00).
Dated: February 23, 2021MEMORANDUM To: Michael Sweeney Executive Director From: Matthew DiFrancesco Assistant Executive Director of Operations CC: Greg Polin – Assistant Executive Director and General Counsel Date: February 9, 2021 Ref: Statewide Delivery Services of Instant Tickets and Supplies – State Contract OFF46 The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has engaged in a state consortium contract with United Parcel Service. Through this contract, the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission can procure delivery services, including guaranteed overnight next business day delivery of several products that include, but not limited to, Instant Tickets, Bet Slips, Rolled Paper Stock, to the Lottery’s network of Sales Agents located throughout the Commonwealth. Level funding from the FY 2021 budget is being requested. It is my recommendation that the Lottery utilize state contract OFF46 for FY 2022 to procure delivery services, including guaranteed overnight next day delivery services, from United Parcel Service, 15 Arlington Street, Watertown, MA 02472 in an amount not to exceed two million, seven hundred fifty thousand dollars ($2,750,000).
VOTE: For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 16, 2021,
the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission is increasing the maximum
obligation an additional one hundred seventy thousand dollars ($170,000.00) for
the Commission’s contract for criminal background screening services with:
SportsEngine d/b/a National Center for Safety Initiatives
807 Broadway Street
Minneapolis, MN 55413
This award is made pursuant to a competitive bid process (RFR LOT #2103).
The aggregate obligation for these services during this three (3) year contract
period will not exceed three hundred fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00). The
term of this contract may be extended for two (2) additional one-year periods.
Dated: February 23, 2021MEMORANDUM
TO: Didier Bertola, CFO
FROM: Karen Harvey
RE: Request for Increased Budget - SportsEngine dba National Center for Safety
Initiatives
DATE: February 16, 2021
________________________________________________________________________
I am requesting an increase to the original three-year contract maximum obligation allotted under
RFR LOT #2103 with the below vendor from $180,000.00 to $350,000.00.
Sports Engine d/b/a National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI)
807 Broadway Street
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Due to the anticipated increase of online renewal applications to bring all Lottery location
owners into compliance with scheduled criminal record history reviews.
Thank you.VOTE: For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 12, 2021,
the Executive Director is authorized to make payments to state vendors for goods
and services to relocate the Lottery’s North Shore Claims Center and Operations
Center from 11 Cumming Park, Woburn, MA to 160 Winthrop Ave., Lawrence,
MA.
The maximum obligation assumed hereunder shall not exceed six hundred
thousand dollars ($600,000.00).
Dated: February 23, 2021MEMORANDUM To: Michael Sweeney, Executive Director From: Matthew DiFrancesco Assistant Executive Director of Operations CC: Greg Polin, General Counsel Date: February 12, 2021 Re: Woburn Claims Center Relocation Expenses The Lottery Executive Leadership continues to work closely with the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (“DCAMM”) to relocate the Woburn Claims Center business functions from 11 Cummings Park Woburn to 160 Winthrop Ave., Lawrence. In addition to collaborating with DCAMM, the Lottery will engage with various state vendors for goods and services required to provide a safe and efficient environment for any person doing business with or for the Lottery. Anticipated payments relate to, but are not limited to, purchase and install of security systems, moving expenses, and furniture purchases. The Lottery Executive Leadership is seeking approval for a maximum obligation not to exceed six hundred thousand dollars ($600,000.00) to support the successful relocation and transition to the new MSLC North Shore Claims and Operations Centers located at 160 Winthrop Ave., Lawrence MA.
VOTE: For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 16, 2021,
the Executive Director is authorized to enter into a contract for system readiness
assessment services for the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission’s remote
ticket cashing application with:
Guidehouse LLP
2941 Fairview Park Drive
Suite 501
Falls Church, VA 22042
This award is made pursuant to statewide contract ITS74 through a competitive
bid process (RFQ LOT # 2110).
The maximum obligation for these services shall not exceed four hundred eighty-
three thousand dollars ($483,000.00).
Dated: February 23, 2021TO: Michael Sweeney, Executive Director FROM: RFQ. 2110. RTC System Readiness Procurement Management Team DATE: February 16, 2021 Re: Remote Ticket Cashing System Readiness Assessment It is requested that the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission (MSLC) authorize the Executive Director to enter into a contract with Guidehouse LLP of Falls Church, VA to conduct a production readiness assessment of the MSLC’s Remote Ticket Cashing (RTC) application before the official launch, slated for Spring of 2021. This purchase results from the MSLC’s Request for Quotes (RFQ) LOT # 2110 – RTC System Readiness, which utilized Massachusetts State Contract ITS74ProjServ – IT Project Services. Only pre-qualified vendors on ITS74ProjServ were permitted to submit quotes for the requested services. The comprehensive assessment will verify that all components of the remote ticket cashing system meet industry cyber, financial, cloud, data, and mobile app security standards as well as operates cohesively and as designed. The evaluation will also verify the system does not perform any unintended tasks and is both secure and reliable in its functionality. It is of utmost importance to ensure that this application is secure and adheres to all necessary rules, regulations, and policies as applicable. A final report will be provided and used as a tool to support current and future decisions for remediation and enhancements within the RTC application. The RFQ for the Remote Ticket Cashing System Readiness Assessment was issued and posted on the State’s Procurement System, COMMBUYS to ITS74ProjServ vendors at the end of January 2021. Responses were due on February 10, 2020 by 3:00 P.M. The MSLC received one (1) response by the required deadline from Guidehouse LLP. The Procurement Management Team (PMT) convened to collectively evaluate the business and technical response. After careful review of the proposal, supporting bid documents, and cost table, the PMT determined the submission by Guidehouse LLP sufficiently met all necessary specifications and requirements as described in RFQ 2110. The PMT is confident the demonstrated experience and qualified staff possessed by Guidehouse LLP will ensure an effective assessment and achieve the overall business and technical goals of the procurement. It is requested the Executive Director be authorized to contract with Guidehouse LLP to procure services under Massachusetts State Contract ITS74ProjServ and as described in RFQ LOT# 2110 for RTC System Readiness Assessment - COMMBUYS Bid Number: BD-21-1062-LOT-LOTDO-57814. Expenditures for the fixed price engagement are not to exceed $483,000.00.
VOTE: The Executive Director is authorized to continue to work with the
Commonwealth’s Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance
(DCAMM) and to take necessary action and to execute a Short-Term Tenancy
Agreement for the premises at 151 West Boylston Street, Worcester
Massachusetts pursuant to terms that are consistent with those discussed and/or
presented at this meeting.
Dated: February 23, 2021VOTE: For the reasons set forth in the attached memorandum dated February 9, 2021, the
Executive Director is authorized to utilize state contract VEH98 and expend funds
to purchase vehicles during fiscal year 2021.
The maximum obligation assumed hereunder shall not exceed three hundred ten
thousand dollars ($310,000.00).
Dated: February 23, 2021MEMORANDUM
To: Michael Sweeney Executive Director
From: Matthew DiFrancesco Assistant Executive Director of Operations
CC: Greg Polin – Chief Legal Counsel
Date: February 9, 2021
Ref: Vehicle Purchases – Fiscal Year 2021
For purposes of maintaining a safe and efficient fleet of vehicles, it is requested that the
Massachusetts State Lottery Commission (“MSLC”) authorize an expenditure not to
exceed three hundred ten thousand dollars ($310,000.00) to purchase approximately 12
vehicles under State Contract VEH98. The Lottery anticipates that it will purchase 12
Nissan Rogue vehicles, which is the same model that the Lottery has purchased the
previous four fiscal years. Justification for this purchase is as follows:
• The Lottery operates a fleet of approximately 161 vehicles to maintain operations
and service our sales environment, which consists of over 7,700 agents.
• These vehicles will replace vehicles that are in the fleet currently and have at least
110,000 miles.
• The vehicles are used by Sales, Marketing and Service Repair staff to call on
agents daily throughout the state to book orders of Instant Tickets, order on-line
supplies, repair broken betting terminals, repair network equipment and distribute
POS material. Vehicles selected will be used in all these departments, allow for
excellent fuel efficiency, and provide safety and reliability while on the road.
• We have received very positive reviews on these vehicles.
Accordingly, it is my recommendation that the MSLC authorize the Lottery to purchase
vehicles under State Contract VEH98 with a total cost not to exceed three hundred ten
thousand dollars ($310,000.00) during fiscal year 2021.You can also read
