City of Amherst 26-019 Hickory Trail Pedestrian Bridge Reconstruction 2026
City of AmherstCity · Amherst, MA- Due
- Feb 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Simone Cristofori
- (413) 259-3026
The 30-second brief
The Town of Amherst is soliciting sealed bids for the reconstruction of an existing walking bridge located at the Hickory Ridge Trail System on West Pomeroy Lane. The project requires a contractor with at least five years of experience in wood or timber frame construction and three references for successful projects in Massachusetts. A mandatory project walk-thru is scheduled for February 11, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Hickory Ridge Trails Parking Area. Bids must be submitted to the Town Accountant's Office by February 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., where they will be publicly opened. The solicitation is identified as Bid Number 26-019 under the Public Works category.
Five years experience in wood or timber frame construction, Three references for projects in Massachusetts
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Summary
The Town of Amherst is soliciting sealed bids for the reconstruction of an existing walking bridge located at the Hickory Ridge Trail System on West Pomeroy Lane.
The project requires a contractor with at least five years of experience in wood or timber frame construction and three references for successful projects in Massachusetts. A mandatory project walk-thru is scheduled for February 11, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Hickory Ridge Trails Parking Area. Bids must be submitted to the Town Accountant's Office by February 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., where they will be publicly opened. The solicitation is identified as Bid Number 26-019 under the Public Works category.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Five years experience in wood or timber frame construction, Three references for projects in Massachusetts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52711, https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52770
- Submit to
- Town of Amherst’s Accountant’s Office / [email protected]
- Scope location
- Amherst, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Amherst?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town of Amherst’s Accountant’s Office / [email protected]. For questions, contact Simone Cristofori.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Amherst 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 Bid 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 Simone Cristofori at (413) 259-3026. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Five years experience in wood or timber frame construction, Three references for projects in Massachusetts. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Amherst?
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52711, https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/52770. Review the full document from City of Amherst for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Amherst, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.