Department of Developmental Services - Sprinkler Upgrade Residential Group Home Taunton - Bid BD-27-1023-DMR10-DMRCO-133633, 2026
Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Alexis Smith
- (617) 624-7800
The 30-second brief
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services invites sealed bids for the replacement of an existing NFPA 13 dry system with a new NFPA13R wet sprinkler system, as well as associated electrical / fire alarm coordination and the construction of new soffits to conceal the wet sprinkler system piping at a residential group home in Taunton, MA. The estimated construction cost is $138,000.00. The submission deadline is October 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A non-mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS and include a 5% bid deposit.
Replacement of existing NFPA 13 dry system with a new NFPA13R wet sprinkler system, Associated electrical/fire alarm coordination, And construction of new soffits.
Lowest responsible and eligible bidder
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Summary
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services invites sealed bids for the replacement of an existing NFPA 13 dry system with a new NFPA13R wet sprinkler system, as well as associated electrical / fire alarm coordination and the construction of new soffits to conceal the wet sprinkler system piping at a residential group home in Taunton, MA. The estimated construction cost is $138,000.00.
The submission deadline is October 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A non-mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS and include a 5% bid deposit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and eligible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Replacement of existing NFPA 13 dry system with a new NFPA13R wet sprinkler system, Associated electrical/fire alarm coordination, And construction of new soffits.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid deposit (5%)
- Certificate of Eligibility
- Update Statement
- Form for General Bid
- W-9
- Tax Compliance Certificate
- Workforce Certification
- Trench Application & Permit
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Duration
- 4 months
- Scope location
- Taunton, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Developmental Services
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 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: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Alexis Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services | Commonwealth of Massachusetts 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 Alexis Smith at (617) 624-7800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Replacement of existing NFPA 13 dry system with a new NFPA13R wet sprinkler system, Associated electrical/fire alarm coordination, And construction of new soffits.. 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 responsible and eligible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
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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: Bid deposit (5%), Certificate of Eligibility, Update Statement, Form for General Bid, W-9, Tax Compliance Certificate, Workforce Certification, Trench Application & Permit. Review the full document from Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services | Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Taunton, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.