City of Manchester School Security Improvements - Fencing, Bollards, & Gate Installation - Bid 2600039 (2026)
City of ManchesterCity · Manchester, NH- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Kate Waldo
- (603) 624-5373
The 30-second brief
The City of Manchester Department of Public Works Parks, Recreation, and Cemetery Division is soliciting bids for security fencing, gates, bollards, and associated site work at designated Manchester School District locations under project number 2600039. The work includes installing commercial-grade chain-link fencing, pedestrian gates, double-drive gates, single-leaf barrier gates, vehicle-impact protective bollards, asphalt repair cold patching, resetting fence and railings, and minor fence-line clearing. The maximum project budget is not to exceed $427,614.00, with all expenses to be incurred and services completed by December 31, 2026. Bids are due by October 22, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. at the Department of Public Works, 475 Valley Street, Manchester, NH 03103. The project is federally funded through NHDOE, requiring compliance with Davis-Bacon Wage Rates, Domestic Preference (Buy American), and SAM.gov active registration. A bid bond or certified check of $5,000.00 is required, along with 100% performance and payment bonds.
4 ft commercial-grade, 8-gauge, 2-inch diamond mesh, Black vinyl-coated chain-link fence with top and bottom rails (3, 925 LF); 4 ft high, 6 ft wide commercial-grade chain-link pedestrian gates (8 each); 4 ft high, 12 ft wide chain-link double-drive gate (1 each); 4 ft high, 16 ft wide chain-link double-drive gate (3 each); 4 ft high, 20 ft wide chain-link double-drive gate (7 each); 16-ft galvanized steel single leaf barrier gate (3 each); Vehicle-Impact Protective Bollards (41 each); 2"-line posts, Black (materials cost only); 2-1/2" line, Terminal posts and corner posts, Black; 1-5/8" top and bottom rails, Black; 3/8" adjustable truss rods, Black; 3" terminal posts and corner posts, Black; Resetting Fence (LF); Resetting Railings (LF); Minor Fence-Clearing for Fence Lines (LF); Asphalt Repair (Post Hole)- Cold Patch (Each)
Lowest responsive and responsible Bidder for each location, ability to complete work by December 31, 2026 deadline, unit pricing, capacity to perform work
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Summary
The City of Manchester Department of Public Works Parks, Recreation, and Cemetery Division is soliciting bids for security fencing, gates, bollards, and associated site work at designated Manchester School District locations under project number 2600039.
The work includes installing commercial-grade chain-link fencing, pedestrian gates, double-drive gates, single-leaf barrier gates, vehicle-impact protective bollards, asphalt repair cold patching, resetting fence and railings, and minor fence-line clearing. The maximum project budget is not to exceed $427,614.00, with all expenses to be incurred and services completed by December 31, 2026. Bids are due by October 22, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. at the Department of Public Works, 475 Valley Street, Manchester, NH 03103. The project is federally funded through NHDOE, requiring compliance with Davis-Bacon Wage Rates, Domestic Preference (Buy American), and SAM.gov active registration. A bid bond or certified check of $5,000.00 is required, along with 100% performance and payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsive and responsible Bidder for each location
- Ability to complete work by December 31
- 2026 deadline
- Unit pricing
- Capacity to perform work
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- 4 ft commercial-grade, 8-gauge, 2-inch diamond mesh, Black vinyl-coated chain-link fence with top and bottom rails (3, 925 LF)
- 4 ft high, 6 ft wide commercial-grade chain-link pedestrian gates (8 each)
- 4 ft high, 12 ft wide chain-link double-drive gate (1 each)
- 4 ft high, 16 ft wide chain-link double-drive gate (3 each)
- 4 ft high, 20 ft wide chain-link double-drive gate (7 each)
- 16-ft galvanized steel single leaf barrier gate (3 each)
- Vehicle-Impact Protective Bollards (41 each)
- 2"-line posts, Black (materials cost only)
- 2-1/2" line, Terminal posts and corner posts, Black
- 1-5/8" top and bottom rails, Black
- 3/8" adjustable truss rods, Black
- 3" terminal posts and corner posts, Black
- Resetting Fence (LF)
- Resetting Railings (LF)
- Minor Fence-Clearing for Fence Lines (LF)
- Asphalt Repair (Post Hole)- Cold Patch (Each)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Bond
- Revised Bid Form
- Contractor Qualifications Statement
- Contractor Qualifications Prequalification Form
- SAM.gov Active Registration Certification
- Acknowledgment of Addenda
- Submit to
- Department of Public Works, 475 Valley Street, Manchester, NH 03103
- Scope location
- Manchester, NH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Manchester?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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: Department of Public Works, 475 Valley Street, Manchester, NH 03103. For questions, contact Kate Waldo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Kate Waldo at (603) 624-5373. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 4 ft commercial-grade, 8-gauge, 2-inch diamond mesh, Black vinyl-coated chain-link fence with top and bottom rails (3, 925 LF); 4 ft high, 6 ft wide commercial-grade chain-link pedestrian gates (8 each); 4 ft high, 12 ft wide chain-link double-drive gate (1 each); 4 ft high, 16 ft wide chain-link do. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Lowest responsive and responsible Bidder for each location, ability to complete work by December 31, 2026 deadline, unit pricing, capacity to perform work" 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 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 Bond, Revised Bid Form, Contractor Qualifications Statement, Contractor Qualifications Prequalification Form, SAM.gov Active Registration Certification, Acknowledgment of Addenda. 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.