City of Methuen GAC - Granular Activated Carbon for Water Treatment Plant Bid 2025
City of MethuenCity · Methuen Town, MA- Due
- Oct 7, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2025
- Primary contact
- Tom Lannan
- (978) 983-8854
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Methuen is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) for use at the municipal Water Treatment Plant. Vendors are required to conduct a mandatory pre-bid inspection by contacting Tom Lannan at the Water Treatment Plant between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Bids must include a 5% bid deposit in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond. Submissions must be delivered to the Office of the City Clerk in the Searles Building by the deadline of October 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The contract award process will be governed by M.G.L. Chapter 30B regulations.
Sealed bids, Signed bid forms, 5% bid deposit, Signed pre-bid inspection sign-off sheet
SUMMARY
The City of Methuen is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) for use at the municipal Water Treatment Plant.
Vendors are required to conduct a mandatory pre-bid inspection by contacting Tom Lannan at the Water Treatment Plant between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Bids must include a 5% bid deposit in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond. Submissions must be delivered to the Office of the City Clerk in the Searles Building by the deadline of October 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The contract award process will be governed by M.G.L. Chapter 30B regulations.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Sealed bids
- Signed bid forms
- 5% bid deposit
- Signed pre-bid inspection sign-off sheet
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
certified or cashier's check or bid bond, sign off sheet
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, Searles Building, 41 Pleasant Street - Room 112, Methuen, MA 01844
- Scope location
- Methuen, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Methuen?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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 - Room 112, Methuen, MA 01844. For questions, contact Tom Lannan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Tom Lannan at (978) 983-8854. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids, Signed bid forms, 5% bid deposit, Signed pre-bid inspection sign-off sheet. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 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: certified or cashier's check or bid bond, sign off sheet. 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.