City of Lowell - Appleton Street / Church Street Transportation Improvement Project - IFB-27-15, 2026
City of LowellCity · Lowell, MA- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- P. Michael Vaughn
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Summary
The City of Lowell is seeking bids for the construction of the Appleton Street / Church Street Transportation Improvement Project under IFB-27-15.
The work includes multi-modal improvements along Appleton Street/Church Street, Gorham Street, Central Street, Green Street, and George Street, involving cement concrete sidewalks, shared use path, ADA/AAB accessible pedestrian curb ramps, crosswalks, granite curbing, traffic signal upgrades, drainage modifications, landscape/streetscape improvements, pavement markings, signage, and mill and overlay of existing pavement. Estimated value is $4,260,755. Submission deadline is November 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026. Contractors must be prequalified by MassDOT Highway Division in Highway - Construction. Bid security of 5% is required.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid deposit
- Bid Proposal
- Supplemental Form for General Bid
- Basis of Award
- Certificate of Compliance
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Contractors’ Certification
- Subcontractors’ Certification
- Submit to
- City Hall in the Purchasing Department, Room 60, 375 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852
- Duration
- 20 months
- Scope location
- Lowell, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Lowell?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Hall in the Purchasing Department, Room 60, 375 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852. For questions, contact P. Michael Vaughn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Lowell 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 P. Michael Vaughn. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lowell?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 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 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: Bid deposit, Bid Proposal, Supplemental Form for General Bid, Basis of Award, Certificate of Compliance, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Contractors’ Certification, Subcontractors’ Certification. Review the full document from City of Lowell for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lowell, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.