City of Somerville - Inspection, Maintenance & Repairs to Fire Suppression Systems - IFB # 27-20 (2026)
City of SomervilleCity · Somerville, MA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Logan Carroll
- (617) 625-6600
The 30-second brief
The City of Somerville Department of Public Works seeks qualified contractors to perform biannual inspections, testing, maintenance, and repair services for fire suppression systems and devices supporting all city facilities under IFB # 27-20. The work includes standard and emergency/urgent maintenance, repairs to bring equipment up to code, five-year internal assessments, annual fire pump inspections, and on-call repairs across various municipal buildings and schools. Bids are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, with questions due by October 8, 2026. Bidders must comply with state prevailing wage requirements, Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149, local living wage ordinances, and DCAMM certification in Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems.
Lowest total price, responsible and eligible bidder
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Summary
The City of Somerville Department of Public Works seeks qualified contractors to perform biannual inspections, testing, maintenance, and repair services for fire suppression systems and devices supporting all city facilities under IFB # 27-20.
The work includes standard and emergency/urgent maintenance, repairs to bring equipment up to code, five-year internal assessments, annual fire pump inspections, and on-call repairs across various municipal buildings and schools. Bids are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, with questions due by October 8, 2026. Bidders must comply with state prevailing wage requirements, Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149, local living wage ordinances, and DCAMM certification in Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total price, responsible and eligible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Signed Cover Letter
- Form for General Bid
- Somerville Living Wage Form
- Quality Requirements Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion & Tax Compliance
- Certificate of Signature Authority
- Reference Form
- 5% Bid Deposit
- Prevailing / Davis Bacon Wages Statement of Compliance Form
- Wage Theft Certification Form
- DCAMM Certification and Update Statement
- OSHA Form
- Vulnerable Road Users Ordinance
- Somerville Wage Theft Ordinance
- Signed W9
- Submit to
- https://www.bidexpress.com/businesses/33100/home
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Somerville, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Somerville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidexpress.com/businesses/33100/home. For questions, contact Logan Carroll.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Somerville 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 Logan Carroll at (617) 625-6600. 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: "Lowest total price, 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 Somerville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Somerville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Somerville regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Signed Cover Letter, Form for General Bid, Somerville Living Wage Form, Quality Requirements Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion & Tax Compliance, Certificate of Signature Authority, Reference Form, 5%. Review the full document from City of Somerville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Somerville, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.