City of Salem - Dickson Memorial Chapel Exterior Restoration - BD-23-1165-COSPD-COS01-124100 (2026)
City of SalemCity · Salem, MA- Due
- Feb 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Anthony Delaney
- (978) 619-5696
The 30-second brief
The City of Salem requests bids for the exterior restoration of Dickson Memorial Chapel located at Greenlawn Cemetery, 57 Orne Street, Salem, MA. The scope of work involves masonry restoration, rebuilding deteriorated brownstone and granite buttresses, repointing, slate shingle roof repairs, replacement flashings and gutters, and structural repairs to the vestibule floor framing. Bidders must hold DCAMM certification in 'Historic Masonry' and filed sub-bidders in their respective trades. Estimated project cost is $1,000,000, funded in part by a Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund grant. General bids are due by February 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM, preceded by a pre-bid conference on January 14, 2026, and filed sub-bids due January 21, 2026.
Bid price, bidder qualifications
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Summary
The City of Salem requests bids for the exterior restoration of Dickson Memorial Chapel located at Greenlawn Cemetery, 57 Orne Street, Salem, MA. The scope of work involves masonry restoration, rebuilding deteriorated brownstone and granite buttresses, repointing, slate shingle roof repairs, replacement flashings and gutters, and structural repairs to the vestibule floor framing.
Bidders must hold DCAMM certification in 'Historic Masonry' and filed sub-bidders in their respective trades. Estimated project cost is $1,000,000, funded in part by a Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund grant. General bids are due by February 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM, preceded by a pre-bid conference on January 14, 2026, and filed sub-bids due January 21, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bid price, bidder qualifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Form for General-Bid
- Bid Security
- DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility
- Contractor Update Statement
- DCAMM Form
- Document 00 44 40: Bidder Qualifications
- Submit to
- Anthony P. Delaney, Salem City Hall, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970
- Scope location
- Salem, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Salem?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Anthony P. Delaney, Salem City Hall, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA 01970. For questions, contact Anthony Delaney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Salem 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 Anthony Delaney at (978) 619-5696. 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: "Bid price, bidder qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Salem?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Salem are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Salem 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: Form for General-Bid, Bid Security, DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility, Contractor Update Statement, DCAMM Form, Document 00 44 40: Bidder Qualifications. Review the full document from City of Salem for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Salem, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
