City of Methuen City Hall Boiler Replacement IFB 2025
City of MethuenCity · Methuen Town, MA- Due
- Aug 7, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 16, 2025
- Primary contact
- Jessica Kalil
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Methuen is seeking bids from qualified vendors for the replacement of Methuen City Hall Boilers. Specifications and bid forms are available for download, and bidders must register as a plan holder. Bids must be submitted in duplicate, sealed, and marked appropriately, with a bid deposit required. A pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled.
Bid deposit, Certified or cashier's check or bid bond (5% of total bid), Signed bid form, Certificate of Insurance, Required bonds, OSHA certification documents.
Lowest total bid from a responsible and eligible bidder.
SUMMARY
The City of Methuen is seeking bids from qualified vendors for the replacement of Methuen City Hall Boilers.
Specifications and bid forms are available for download, and bidders must register as a plan holder. Bids must be submitted in duplicate, sealed, and marked appropriately, with a bid deposit required. A pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total bid from a responsible and eligible bidder.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Bid deposit, Certified or cashier's check or bid bond (5% of total bid), Signed bid form, Certificate of Insurance, Required bonds, OSHA certification documents.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Form
- Reference Form
- OSHA Compliance Certification
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Pre-Bid Site Inspection Signoff Sheet
- Addenda forms
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, Searles Building, 41 Pleasant Street- Rm. 112, Methuen, MA 01844
- Scope location
- Methuen, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Methuen?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 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: Office of the City Clerk, Searles Building, 41 Pleasant Street- Rm. 112, Methuen, MA 01844. For questions, contact Jessica Kalil.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Methuen 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 Jessica Kalil. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid deposit, Certified or cashier's check or bid bond (5% of total bid), Signed bid form, Certificate of Insurance, Required bonds, OSHA certification documents.. 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 total bid from a responsible and eligible bidder." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Methuen?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Methuen are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Methuen 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 Form, Reference Form, OSHA Compliance Certification, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Pre-Bid Site Inspection Signoff Sheet, Addenda forms.. Review the full document from City of Methuen for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Methuen, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.