Town of Ayer 26DPW06 Spectacle Pond Water Treatment Plant GAC Media Replacement 2025-2027
Town of AyerCity · Ayer, MA- Due
- Oct 31, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kimberly Abraham
- (978) 772-8240
The 30-second brief
The Town of Ayer Department of Public Works (DPW) is soliciting sealed bids for project 26DPW06, involving the removal and replacement of Granulated Activated Carbon (GAC) media for one existing filter at the Spectacle Pond Water Treatment Plant. The contract covers 2025 with options for two additional years (2026 and 2027). Work must be substantially complete within 90 days and fully complete within 120 days of the Notice to Proceed. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security for Year 1 and the successful bidder must furnish a 50% payment bond. The project is subject to M.G.L. Chapter 30, Section 39M and prevailing wage rates under M.G.L. Chapter 149. Bids are due by October 31, 2025, at the DPW office in Ayer, MA.
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Summary
The Town of Ayer Department of Public Works (DPW) is soliciting sealed bids for project 26DPW06, involving the removal and replacement of Granulated Activated Carbon (GAC) media for one existing filter at the Spectacle Pond Water Treatment Plant.
The contract covers 2025 with options for two additional years (2026 and 2027). Work must be substantially complete within 90 days and fully complete within 120 days of the Notice to Proceed. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security for Year 1 and the successful bidder must furnish a 50% payment bond. The project is subject to M.G.L. Chapter 30, Section 39M and prevailing wage rates under M.G.L. Chapter 149. Bids are due by October 31, 2025, at the DPW office in Ayer, MA.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Sealed bids
- Bid Security
- Payment Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Instructions to Bidders
- Bid Security
- Payment Bond
- Submit to
- Ayer Department of Public Works, 25 Brook Street, Ayer, MA 01432
- Scope location
- Ayer, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Ayer?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 31, 2025. 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: Ayer Department of Public Works, 25 Brook Street, Ayer, MA 01432. For questions, contact Kimberly Abraham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Ayer 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 Kimberly Abraham at (978) 772-8240. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids, Bid Security, Payment Bond. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Ayer?
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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 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: Instructions to Bidders, Bid Security, Payment Bond. Review the full document from Town of Ayer for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ayer, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.