Salem Housing Authority - Automated Laundry Services at 10 Elderly and Handicapped Locations - 2026
Salem Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Salem, MA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
The Salem Housing Authority invites sealed bids for automated laundry services at 10 elderly and handicapped accessible housing developments in Salem, Massachusetts. The work includes supplying brand new, energy-efficient, ADA-compliant commercial washers and dryers, card-operated and coin-drop systems, chairs, tables, waste receptacles, card add-value machines, and providing monthly routine and preventative maintenance, cleaning, and prompt professional repairs. Named housing developments include Zisson Building, Power Building, Bertram Terrace, Colonial Terrace, Norton Terrace, Pioneer Terrace, Charter Street, Morency Manor, Ruane Building, and Dalton Building. The initial contract term is 5 years from December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2031, with a 1-year 5-year option to renew at the Authority's sole discretion. Bids are due by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. A site visit is scheduled for November 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the main office located at 27 Charter Street, Salem, MA. Bids are subject to M.G.L. c.30B section 5 and minimum wage rates per M.G.L. c.149 §§26 to 27H.
Supply and install brand new, Energy-efficient, ADA-compliant commercial washers and dryers with digital displays, Coin-drop and card-operated systems; provide chairs, Tables, And waste receptacles; provide card add-value machines; provide monthly routine and preventative maintenance, Cleaning, And repairs with 24-hour response time; provide detailed collection reports monthly.
Highest commission bid price for the initial contract term, positive check of references, compliance with provisions of bid documents
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Summary
The Salem Housing Authority invites sealed bids for automated laundry services at 10 elderly and handicapped accessible housing developments in Salem, Massachusetts.
The work includes supplying brand new, energy-efficient, ADA-compliant commercial washers and dryers, card-operated and coin-drop systems, chairs, tables, waste receptacles, card add-value machines, and providing monthly routine and preventative maintenance, cleaning, and prompt professional repairs. Named housing developments include Zisson Building, Power Building, Bertram Terrace, Colonial Terrace, Norton Terrace, Pioneer Terrace, Charter Street, Morency Manor, Ruane Building, and Dalton Building. The initial contract term is 5 years from December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2031, with a 1-year 5-year option to renew at the Authority's sole discretion. Bids are due by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. A site visit is scheduled for November 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the main office located at 27 Charter Street, Salem, MA. Bids are subject to M.G.L. c.30B section 5 and minimum wage rates per M.G.L. c.149 §§26 to 27H.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Highest commission bid price for the initial contract term
- Positive check of references
- Compliance with provisions of bid documents
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Supply and install brand new, Energy-efficient, ADA-compliant commercial washers and dryers with digital displays, Coin-drop and card-operated systems
- Provide chairs, Tables, And waste receptacles
- Provide card add-value machines
- Provide monthly routine and preventative maintenance, Cleaning, And repairs with 24-hour response time
- Provide detailed collection reports monthly
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Invitation to Bid Form
- Option to Renew Form
- SHA Reference Form
- Selection Criteria Form
- Submit to
- Salem Housing Authority, 27 Charter Street, Salem, MA 01970
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Salem, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Salem Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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: Salem Housing Authority, 27 Charter Street, Salem, MA 01970.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Salem Housing 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Supply and install brand new, Energy-efficient, ADA-compliant commercial washers and dryers with digital displays, Coin-drop and card-operated systems; provide chairs, Tables, And waste receptacles; provide card add-value machines; provide monthly routine and preventative maintenance, Cleaning, And. 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: "Highest commission bid price for the initial contract term, positive check of references, compliance with provisions of bid documents" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Salem Housing Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Salem Housing Authority are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Salem Housing 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Invitation to Bid Form, Option to Renew Form, SHA Reference Form, Selection Criteria Form. Review the full document from Salem Housing 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: Salem, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.