Town of Ashland Marathon Park Landscaping Revitalization IFB MP-01 - 2022
Town of AshlandCity · Ashland, MA- Due
- Jun 9, 2022
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 18, 2022
- Primary contact
- Jenn Ball
- (508) 881-0100
The 30-second brief
The Town of Ashland, Massachusetts, is soliciting bids under IFB # MP-01 for the revitalization of Marathon Park located at 0 Pleasant Street. The project scope includes the mechanical removal of invasive plants, cleaning and resetting existing pavers, installing new permeable concrete pavers (Aqua interlocking brick), repairing and painting existing benches, and installing new native trees and plants. Additionally, the work involves installing new display panels with concrete footings and relocating existing signage. A bid alternate covers repair work to an existing deck, handrails, and railings, including power washing and sign relocation. A 5% bid bond is required, and the successful contractor must provide a 50% payment bond. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 25, 2022, and the deadline for written questions is June 1, 2022. Bids are due by June 9, 2022, at 10:00 AM.
General Bid Documents, Bid Deposit, Certificate of Good Faith / Non-Collusion, Certificate of State Tax Compliance, Certification of Signatures, Contractor Reference Form, Bid Sheet, Statement of Compliance, OSHA Certification, Insurance Certificate
Lowest responsible and eligible bidder
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Summary
The Town of Ashland, Massachusetts, is soliciting bids under IFB # MP-01 for the revitalization of Marathon Park located at 0 Pleasant Street.
The project scope includes the mechanical removal of invasive plants, cleaning and resetting existing pavers, installing new permeable concrete pavers (Aqua interlocking brick), repairing and painting existing benches, and installing new native trees and plants. Additionally, the work involves installing new display panels with concrete footings and relocating existing signage. A bid alternate covers repair work to an existing deck, handrails, and railings, including power washing and sign relocation. A 5% bid bond is required, and the successful contractor must provide a 50% payment bond. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 25, 2022, and the deadline for written questions is June 1, 2022. Bids are due by June 9, 2022, at 10:00 AM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and eligible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- General Bid Documents
- Bid Deposit
- Certificate of Good Faith / Non-Collusion
- Certificate of State Tax Compliance
- Certification of Signatures
- Contractor Reference Form
- Bid Sheet
- Statement of Compliance
- OSHA Certification
- Insurance Certificate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Invitation to Bid Document including all Addenda
- Certificate of Good Faith / Non-Collusion
- Certificate of State Tax Compliance
- Certification of Signatures
- Contractor Reference Form
- Bid Sheet
- Statement of Compliance
- OSHA Certification
- Submit to
- Ashland Town Hall, Select Board/Town Manager Office, 101 Main Street, Ashland, MA 01721
- Scope location
- Ashland, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Ashland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 9, 2022. 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: Ashland Town Hall, Select Board/Town Manager Office, 101 Main Street, Ashland, MA 01721. For questions, contact Jenn Ball.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Ashland 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 Jenn Ball at (508) 881-0100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: General Bid Documents, Bid Deposit, Certificate of Good Faith / Non-Collusion, Certificate of State Tax Compliance, Certification of Signatures, Contractor Reference Form, Bid Sheet, Statement of Compliance, OSHA Certification, Insurance Certificate. 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 Town of Ashland?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Ashland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Ashland 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 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 Document including all Addenda, Certificate of Good Faith / Non-Collusion, Certificate of State Tax Compliance, Certification of Signatures, Contractor Reference Form, Bid Sheet, Sta. Review the full document from Town of Ashland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ashland, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.