City of Manchester Department of Water Works - Improvements to Massabesic Lake Dam - FY26-804-44 (2026)
City of ManchesterCity · Manchester, NH- Due
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cynthia Flanagan
The 30-second brief
The City of Manchester Department of Water Works is inviting sealed bids for the Improvements to Massabesic Lake Dam, project FY26-804-44, located in Hillsborough County, Manchester, New Hampshire. The scope of work consists of ordering and installing a hydraulic crest gate, all related piping, conduits and concrete piping trench, raising of Canal Avenue (north dike) and dam embankments, raising the left (south) dike, raising the concrete parapet wall at the west end area of the canal, reconstruction of the south spillway retaining wall, procurement of a pre-cast concrete structure for crest gate equipment and controls off the north side of the spillway abutment, and installation of underground electrical service conduit from Lake Shore Road including a 200 amp electrical service, conduit, lighting, and connection to the crest gate vendor's control system and hydraulic power unit. The submission deadline is July 1, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 9:00 am at the intersection of Canal Avenue and Cohas Avenue. Bids must include a bid security of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount via a certified check or bid bond. Performance and payment bonds of 100 percent will be required from the successful bidder.
Price, qualifications
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Summary
The City of Manchester Department of Water Works is inviting sealed bids for the Improvements to Massabesic Lake Dam, project FY26-804-44, located in Hillsborough County, Manchester, New Hampshire.
The scope of work consists of ordering and installing a hydraulic crest gate, all related piping, conduits and concrete piping trench, raising of Canal Avenue (north dike) and dam embankments, raising the left (south) dike, raising the concrete parapet wall at the west end area of the canal, reconstruction of the south spillway retaining wall, procurement of a pre-cast concrete structure for crest gate equipment and controls off the north side of the spillway abutment, and installation of underground electrical service conduit from Lake Shore Road including a 200 amp electrical service, conduit, lighting, and connection to the crest gate vendor's control system and hydraulic power unit. The submission deadline is July 1, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 9:00 am at the intersection of Canal Avenue and Cohas Avenue. Bids must include a bid security of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount via a certified check or bid bond. Performance and payment bonds of 100 percent will be required from the successful bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, qualifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid bond
- Certified check
- Statement of understanding
- Statement of compliance
- Contractor qualifications
- Submit to
- Department of Water Works, 281 Lincoln Street, Manchester, NH 03103
- Scope location
- Manchester, NH
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Manchester?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Department of Water Works, 281 Lincoln Street, Manchester, NH 03103. For questions, contact Cynthia Flanagan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Manchester in NH, 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 Cynthia Flanagan. 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: "Price, qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Manchester?
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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 bond, certified check, statement of understanding, statement of compliance, contractor qualifications. Review the full document from City of Manchester for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manchester, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.