City of Cambridge - Security Monitoring and Repair Services for Cambridge Public Schools - COC-CIFB-FY26-30939 (2026)
Cambridge School DistrictSchool · Cambridge, MA- Due
- May 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Vilsabel Selman
- (617) 792-3844
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Summary
The City of Cambridge is seeking bids for security monitoring and repair warranty services for Cambridge Public Schools under solicitation COC-CIFB-FY26-30939.
The scope involves connecting and monitoring security systems across multiple school buildings—including CRLS, Amigos School, Baldwin School, and others—utilizing existing detection components, digital communicators, and central monitoring stations to transmit opening, closing, motion, door, temperature, and panic button signals. The estimated project value is $75,000.00 with a one-year contract term and two one-year options to renew. Bids must be submitted through the e-Procurement Portal no later than 2:00 PM on Thursday, May 14, 2026. All questions are due by 2:00 PM on Monday, May 4, 2026. Bidders must have a minimum of 7 years of experience, be a Massachusetts licensed burglar alarm and service company, operate a UL listed central monitoring station with a 24-hour response time, and comply with CORI/SORI requirements, prevailing wage rates, the Cambridge Living Wage Ordinance, the Truck Safety Ordinance, and OSHA safety training.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Form for General Bid
- Bid Bond
- Notarized Statement of Bidder's Qualifications
- Projected Workforce Certification
- OSHA Certification Forms
- CORI Compliance Form
- Americans with Disabilities Act Certification
- Wage Theft Prevention Certification
- Written Information Security Policy (WISP) Affirmation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cambridgema
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Cambridge, MA
- Reported agency
- City of Cambridge
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cambridge School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cambridgema. For questions, contact Vilsabel Selman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cambridge School District 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 Vilsabel Selman at (617) 792-3844. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Cambridge School District?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Form for General Bid, Bid Bond, Notarized Statement of Bidder's Qualifications, Projected Workforce Certification, OSHA Certification Forms, CORI Compliance Form, Americans with Disabilities Act Certi. Review the full document from Cambridge School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cambridge, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.