Boston Housing Authority - Accessibility and Compliance at Lower Mills - IFB # 2373-02 (2026)
Boston Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Boston, MA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 12 days left
- Primary contact
- Tejal Mhatre
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Lower Mills Housing Corporation seeks sealed bids for accessibility and compliance work at Lower Mills, BHA Job # 2373-02, prepared by KMA Architecture + Accessibility. The estimated cost of the work is $585,000. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, and must be submitted to the BHA's Procurement Department, 52 Chauncy Street, 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02111, or hand-delivered to the Bids/Proposals Drop-Off Box in the lobby. The successful general bidder must furnish 100% Performance and Payment Bonds and be DCAMM certified in General Building Construction. Wages are subject to minimum wage rates set by the US Department of Labor and Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards.
DCAMM certified in General Building Construction, 5% bid deposit, 100% Performance and Payment Bonds
SUMMARY
Lower Mills Housing Corporation seeks sealed bids for accessibility and compliance work at Lower Mills, BHA Job # 2373-02, prepared by KMA Architecture + Accessibility.
The estimated cost of the work is $585,000. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, and must be submitted to the BHA's Procurement Department, 52 Chauncy Street, 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02111, or hand-delivered to the Bids/Proposals Drop-Off Box in the lobby. The successful general bidder must furnish 100% Performance and Payment Bonds and be DCAMM certified in General Building Construction. Wages are subject to minimum wage rates set by the US Department of Labor and Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- DCAMM certified in General Building Construction
- 5% bid deposit
- 100% Performance and Payment Bonds
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- DCAMM Update Statement
- 5% bid deposit
- 100% Performance and Payment Bonds
- Submit to
- 52 Chauncy Street, 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02111
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Boston Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 52 Chauncy Street, 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02111. For questions, contact Tejal Mhatre.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Boston Housing Authority 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 IFB 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 Tejal Mhatre. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "DCAMM certified in General Building Construction, 5% bid deposit, 100% Performance and Payment Bonds" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Boston Housing Authority?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 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 IFB?
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: DCAMM Update Statement, 5% bid deposit, 100% Performance and Payment Bonds. Review the full document from Boston Housing Authority 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.