Franklin Regional Transit Authority On-Call Electrical Services IFB#2026.08.3 - 2026
Franklin Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Greenfield, MA- Due
- Sep 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brett Grout
- (413) 774-2262
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Franklin Regional Transit Authority (FRTA) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to secure as-needed, standard, and emergency electrical services from a qualified, licensed contractor for the JWO Transit Center at 12 Olive Street, Greenfield, MA 01301 and the FRTA Maintenance Facility at 3 Sandy Lane, Turners Falls, MA 01376. The contract covers repairs, maintenance, troubleshooting, and new installations for electrical systems including lighting, fan/pump motors, switchgear equipment, photovoltaic systems, and low/high voltage cabling. The contract type is Time and Materials (T&M) with a not-to-exceed dollar ceiling of $100,000 and a 1-year term with two 1-year renewal options. Sealed bids are due by September 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by September 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must provide a 5% bid deposit, a 50% payment bond upon award, and meet specific quality and licensing requirements.
Fully burdened hourly rate for Normal Working Hours; Fully burdened hourly rate for Weekends / Holidays / Emergencies
Lowest fully burdened hourly rate
SUMMARY
The Franklin Regional Transit Authority (FRTA) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to secure as-needed, standard, and emergency electrical services from a qualified, licensed contractor for the JWO Transit Center at 12 Olive Street, Greenfield, MA 01301 and the FRTA Maintenance Facility at 3 Sandy Lane, Turners Falls, MA 01376.
The contract covers repairs, maintenance, troubleshooting, and new installations for electrical systems including lighting, fan/pump motors, switchgear equipment, photovoltaic systems, and low/high voltage cabling. The contract type is Time and Materials (T&M) with a not-to-exceed dollar ceiling of $100,000 and a 1-year term with two 1-year renewal options. Sealed bids are due by September 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by September 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must provide a 5% bid deposit, a 50% payment bond upon award, and meet specific quality and licensing requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest fully burdened hourly rate
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fully burdened hourly rate for Normal Working Hours; Fully burdened hourly rate for Weekends / Holidays / Emergencies
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Section 3.0 General terms
- Conditions and certifications signature page
- Section 3.24 SAM.gov Registration
- Section 4.0 Required Forms and Certifications
- Section 6.0 Quality Requirements
- Section 7.0 Pricing and Pricing signature page
- W-9 Tax form
- Section 9.0 Past Performance
- Section 11.0 FTA required clauses
REQUIRED STAFFING
Electrical technician, apprentice
- Submit to
- FRTA, 12 Olive Street, Greenfield, MA 01301
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Greenfield, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Franklin Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 25, 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: FRTA, 12 Olive Street, Greenfield, MA 01301. For questions, contact Brett Grout.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Franklin Regional Transit Authority 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 IFB 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 Brett Grout at (413) 774-2262. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Electrical technician, apprentice. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fully burdened hourly rate for Normal Working Hours; Fully burdened hourly rate for Weekends / Holidays / Emergencies. 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 fully burdened hourly rate" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Franklin Regional Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Franklin Regional Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Franklin Regional Transit Authority 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 IFB?
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: Section 3.0 General terms, conditions and certifications signature page, Section 3.24 SAM.gov Registration, Section 4.0 Required Forms and Certifications, Section 6.0 Quality Requirements, Section 7.0. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Franklin Regional Transit Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Greenfield, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.