Department of Mental Health - Fire Suppression Sprinkler System - BD-26-1022-DMH08-8210C-130628 - 2027-010 (2026)
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Jul 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Mark Anderson
- (508) 562-2648
The 30-second brief
Department of Mental Health seeks bids for inspection and testing services for fire suppression sprinkler systems at Taunton State Hospital located in Taunton, MA. The contract involves wet pipe systems, dry pipe systems, diesel fire pump, sprinkler valve post indicator, annual fire hydrant testing, all sprinkler devices, and NFPA trip testing across buildings including Cain, Chambers, Glass, Goss, Power Plant, Pump House, and Sylvia Gym. Estimated construction cost is $50,000 with a 3-year contract term (36 months). Submission deadline is July 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM, with questions due by June 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Requirements include prevailing wages, OSHA 10-hour certification, and a 5% bid deposit/bond.
Lowest responsible and eligible bidder
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Summary
Department of Mental Health seeks bids for inspection and testing services for fire suppression sprinkler systems at Taunton State Hospital located in Taunton, MA. The contract involves wet pipe systems, dry pipe systems, diesel fire pump, sprinkler valve post indicator, annual fire hydrant testing, all sprinkler devices, and NFPA trip testing across buildings including Cain, Chambers, Glass, Goss, Power Plant, Pump House, and Sylvia Gym.
Estimated construction cost is $50,000 with a 3-year contract term (36 months). Submission deadline is July 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM, with questions due by June 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Requirements include prevailing wages, OSHA 10-hour certification, and a 5% bid deposit/bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and eligible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid deposit of 5%
- Form for General Bid
- Prevailing Wage Schedule/OSHA 10 Hours Acknowledgement
- DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility
- DCAMM Update Statement
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Taunton, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Mental Health
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Massachusetts Department of Mental Health | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Mark Anderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Department of Mental Health | 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 Mark Anderson at (508) 562-2648. 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 responsible and eligible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. 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 of 5%, Form for General Bid, Prevailing Wage Schedule/OSHA 10 Hours Acknowledgement, DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility, DCAMM Update Statement. Review the full document from Massachusetts Department of Mental Health | 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.