Town of Ayer Barnum Road Bridge Rehabilitation Bid 2026 - 27DPW01
Town of AyerCity · Ayer, MA- Due
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.49 years
The 30-second brief
The Town of Ayer is soliciting sealed bids for the Barnum Road Bridge Rehabilitation project (Bid No. 27DPW01). Bidders must be MassDOT pre-qualified for bridge construction, with bids due by August 14, 2026.
General contract for Barnum Road Bridge Rehabilitation; performance bond and payment bond; compliance with instructions to bidders and prevailing wage requirements.
Bid security 5%; bidders must be pre-qualified by MassDOT for Bridge – Construction; owner may waive informalities or reject any/all bids.
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Summary
The Town of Ayer is soliciting sealed bids for the Barnum Road Bridge Rehabilitation project (Bid No. 27DPW01). Bidders must be MassDOT pre-qualified for bridge construction, with bids due by August 14, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Bid security 5%
- Bidders must be pre-qualified by MassDOT for Bridge – Construction
- Owner may waive informalities or reject any/all bids
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- General contract for Barnum Road Bridge Rehabilitation
- Performance bond and payment bond
- Compliance with instructions to bidders and prevailing wage requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid security in the amount of 5% of the bid
- 100% Performance Bond
- 100% Payment Bond
- Proof of MassDOT prequalification/official or waiver contractor list eligibility
REQUIRED STAFFING
General Contractor
- Submit to
- Ayer DPW Administrative Building, 25 Brook Street, Ayer, MA 01432
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Barnum Road Bridge, Ayer, MA
- Reported agency
- Town of Ayer Department of Public Works
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 August 14, 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: Ayer DPW Administrative Building, 25 Brook Street, Ayer, MA 01432.
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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: General Contractor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: General contract for Barnum Road Bridge Rehabilitation; performance bond and payment bond; compliance with instructions to bidders and prevailing wage requirements.. 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: "Bid security 5%; bidders must be pre-qualified by MassDOT for Bridge – Construction; owner may waive informalities or reject any/all bids." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Ayer?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Ayer are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Ayer 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 0.49 years. 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: Bid security in the amount of 5% of the bid, 100% Performance Bond, 100% Payment Bond, proof of MassDOT prequalification/official or waiver contractor list eligibility. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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: Barnum Road Bridge, Ayer, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.