Suffolk County Sheriff's Department - HVAC Upgrades to the elevator machine rooms - BD-27-1098-HOC-SDS02-132326 (2026)
Suffolk County Sheriff's OfficeCounty Department · Boston, MA- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Magaly Chinchilla
- (617) 635-1000
The 30-second brief
The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department is soliciting bids for HVAC upgrades to the elevator machine rooms at the House of Correction located at 20 Bradston Street, Boston, MA. The work includes removing existing 7.5-ton heat pumps, thermostats, and chilled water branches, and installing new 4-ton air-cooled split system heat pumps, gravity-only condensation drains, DDC space temperature monitoring, and electrical connections. The project includes a mandatory tour scheduled for September 14, 2026, and submission deadline is October 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Bidders must comply with MGL c. 149 prevailing wage requirements, DCAMM certification for HVAC, CORI background checks, and submit a 5% bid bond.
Removing 7.5-ton heat pumps and thermostats from room 1302 and room 1401; Removing 1.5 inch chilled water branches; Removing 3/4 inch condensation drains; Installing new 4-ton air cooled split system heat pumps in room 1302 and room 1401; Installing gravity-only condensation drains; Providing space temperature monitoring on existing DDC control system; Reusing existing heat pump electrical circuits; Providing new electrical connections
Lowest responsible and eligible Bidder in accordance with MGL c. 149, s. 44A
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Summary
The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department is soliciting bids for HVAC upgrades to the elevator machine rooms at the House of Correction located at 20 Bradston Street, Boston, MA. The work includes removing existing 7.5-ton heat pumps, thermostats, and chilled water branches, and installing new 4-ton air-cooled split system heat pumps, gravity-only condensation drains, DDC space temperature monitoring, and electrical connections.
The project includes a mandatory tour scheduled for September 14, 2026, and submission deadline is October 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Bidders must comply with MGL c. 149 prevailing wage requirements, DCAMM certification for HVAC, CORI background checks, and submit a 5% bid bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and eligible Bidder in accordance with MGL c. 149, s. 44A
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Removing 7.5-ton heat pumps and thermostats from room 1302 and room 1401
- Removing 1.5 inch chilled water branches
- Removing 3/4 inch condensation drains
- Installing new 4-ton air cooled split system heat pumps in room 1302 and room 1401
- Installing gravity-only condensation drains
- Providing space temperature monitoring on existing DDC control system
- Reusing existing heat pump electrical circuits
- Providing new electrical connections
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Vendor Profile
- Business Reference Form
- Bid Bond
- Prompt Payment Discount Form
- DCAMM Certification
- Update Statement
- W-9
- Cost Proposal
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=BD-27-1098-HOC-SDS02-132326&external=true&parentUrl=close
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Suffolk Sheriff's Department
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Suffolk County Sheriff's Office?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 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/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=BD-27-1098-HOC-SDS02-132326&external=true&parentUrl=close. For questions, contact Magaly Chinchilla.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Suffolk County Sheriff's Office 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 Magaly Chinchilla at (617) 635-1000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Removing 7.5-ton heat pumps and thermostats from room 1302 and room 1401; Removing 1.5 inch chilled water branches; Removing 3/4 inch condensation drains; Installing new 4-ton air cooled split system heat pumps in room 1302 and room 1401; Installing gravity-only condensation drains; Providing space. 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 in accordance with MGL c. 149, s. 44A" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Suffolk County Sheriff's Office?
All active and historical solicitations from Suffolk County Sheriff's Office are tracked and searchable. As a county department agency, Suffolk County Sheriff's Office regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Vendor Profile, Business Reference Form, Bid Bond, Prompt Payment Discount Form, DCAMM Certification, Update Statement, W-9, Cost Proposal. Review the full document from Suffolk County Sheriff's Office for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.