Town of Ayer - Bishop Road Water Main Extension - BD-25-1652-PW240-PW240-123999 (2026)
Town of AyerCity · Ayer, MA- Due
- Feb 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 14, 2026
- Duration
- 5 months
- Primary contact
- Matt Hernon
- (978) 772-8240
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Summary
The Town of Ayer DPW is seeking bids for the construction of a new 8-inch water main on Bishop Road, including appurtenances, hydrant assemblies, service connections, drainage infrastructure, communication conduit, and horizontal directional drilling.
The base bid and additive alternate involve utility and civil construction in Ayer, Massachusetts. Sealed bids are due by February 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Ayer DPW Administrative Building, 25 Brook Street, Ayer, MA 01432. The contract completion time is 150 calendar days following the Notice to Proceed. Requirements include a 5 percent bid security, 100 percent performance and payment bonds, prevailing wage rates under M.G.L. Chapter 149, and compliance with M.G.L. Chapter 30, Section 39M.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Security in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid, Performance Bond, Payment Bond
- Submit to
- Lora Prescott DPW - 25 Brook Street Ayer Dept. of Public Works 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 February 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lora Prescott DPW - 25 Brook Street Ayer Dept. of Public Works Ayer, MA 01432. For questions, contact Matt Hernon.
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 Matt Hernon at (978) 772-8240. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 5 months. 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 percent of the Bid, Performance Bond, 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.