City of Fall River CY2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Program IFB #26-11
City of Fall RiverCity · Fall River, MA- Due
- Nov 20, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2025
- Primary contact
- Trevor Coelho
The 30-second brief
The City of Fall River is soliciting sealed bids for IFB #26-11, the CY2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Program. The scope of work includes the replacement of approximately 200 lead service lines on both public and private property. Key project milestones include substantial completion by June 30, 2026, and final completion by August 31, 2026, with an estimated project cost of $2,000,000. Bidders must provide a 5% bid deposit and the successful bidder will be required to submit 100% performance and payment bonds. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 4, 2025. Bids are due no later than November 20, 2025, and prevailing wage rates per MGL c149 apply.
1 original bid, 6 copies, 1 electronic copy in PDF format on a USB Drive
Hear what Fall River plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The City of Fall River is soliciting sealed bids for IFB #26-11, the CY2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Program.
The scope of work includes the replacement of approximately 200 lead service lines on both public and private property. Key project milestones include substantial completion by June 30, 2026, and final completion by August 31, 2026, with an estimated project cost of $2,000,000. Bidders must provide a 5% bid deposit and the successful bidder will be required to submit 100% performance and payment bonds. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 4, 2025. Bids are due no later than November 20, 2025, and prevailing wage rates per MGL c149 apply.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 1 original bid
- 6 copies
- 1 electronic copy in PDF format on a USB Drive
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 1 Government Center, Third Floor, Room 324, Fall River, MA
- Scope location
- Fall River, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Fall River?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2025. 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: Purchasing Department, 1 Government Center, Third Floor, Room 324, Fall River, MA. For questions, contact Trevor Coelho.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Fall River 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 Trevor Coelho. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1 original bid, 6 copies, 1 electronic copy in PDF format on a USB Drive. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 3 more questions
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fall River?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fall River are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fall River regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Bid deposit (5%), Performance bond (100%), Payment bond (100%). Review the full document from City of Fall River for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fall River, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.