City of Quincy Newport Avenue Landscape Planting and Irrigation Project - 2026
City of QuincyCity · Quincy, MA- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Meredith Marini
- (617) 376-1060
The 30-second brief
The City of Quincy Department of Natural Resources is soliciting sealed bids for landscape planting and irrigation improvements along designated areas of Newport Avenue. The project encompasses approximately 2,300 linear feet across two primary planting areas (fence and wall) covering 23,600 square feet, involving site preparation, removal of unsuitable materials and rip rap, fine grading, placement of planting soil/topsoil, and the furnishing and installation of trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses, perennial flowers, vines, and a complete automatic irrigation system. All installation work must be conducted between April 15, 2027, and May 30, 2027. Bids are due by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and must be accompanied by a 5% bid bond. The project requires prevailing wage compliance, MNLA-certified plant material, an on-site certified arborist, and minimum insurance coverage.
Furnish all labor, Materials, Equipment, Supervision, Transportation, And incidentals necessary to complete landscape planting and irrigation improvements along designated areas of Newport Avenue, Including site preparation, Soil placement, Trees, Shrubs, Grasses, Perennials, Vines, Automatic irrigation system, And mulch.
Overall lowest responsive, responsible, and eligible bidder
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Summary
The City of Quincy Department of Natural Resources is soliciting sealed bids for landscape planting and irrigation improvements along designated areas of Newport Avenue.
The project encompasses approximately 2,300 linear feet across two primary planting areas (fence and wall) covering 23,600 square feet, involving site preparation, removal of unsuitable materials and rip rap, fine grading, placement of planting soil/topsoil, and the furnishing and installation of trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses, perennial flowers, vines, and a complete automatic irrigation system. All installation work must be conducted between April 15, 2027, and May 30, 2027. Bids are due by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and must be accompanied by a 5% bid bond. The project requires prevailing wage compliance, MNLA-certified plant material, an on-site certified arborist, and minimum insurance coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Overall lowest responsive
- Responsible
- Eligible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Furnish all labor, Materials, Equipment, Supervision, Transportation, And incidentals necessary to complete landscape planting and irrigation improvements along designated areas of Newport Avenue, Including site preparation, Soil placement, Trees, Shrubs, Grasses, Perennials, Vines, Automatic irrigation system, And mulch.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bid Bond
- Signed Bid Price Page
- Reference List
- Tax Compliance Certificate
- Signature Authorization
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certification Relating to Debarment and Suspension
- Indemnity Agreement
- Certification of General Bidders on Public Construction Projects
- Certification of Sub-Bidders
- Certification Regarding Health and Safety
- Certification of Internal Accounting Controls
- Submit to
- Office of the Purchasing Department; City Hall; 1305 Hancock Street; Quincy, MA 02169
- Scope location
- Quincy, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Quincy?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 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: Office of the Purchasing Department; City Hall; 1305 Hancock Street; Quincy, MA 02169. For questions, contact Meredith Marini.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Quincy 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 Meredith Marini at (617) 376-1060. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Furnish all labor, Materials, Equipment, Supervision, Transportation, And incidentals necessary to complete landscape planting and irrigation improvements along designated areas of Newport Avenue, Including site preparation, Soil placement, Trees, Shrubs, Grasses, Perennials, Vines, Automatic irriga. 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: "Overall lowest responsive, 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 Quincy?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Quincy are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Quincy 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: Bid Bond, Signed Bid Price Page, Reference List, Tax Compliance Certificate, Signature Authorization, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certification Relating to Debarment and Suspension, Indemnity Agreem. Review the full document from City of Quincy for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Quincy, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.