Town of Falmouth Old Burying Ground Gravestone Preservation Phase 2A Bid 2026
Town of FalmouthCity · Falmouth, MA- Due
- Jun 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 10, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- James M. Kempton
The 30-second brief
Professional conservation and preservation of 250 historically significant gravestones in Falmouth's Old Burying Ground, located on Cemetery Lane off Mill Road in Falmouth, MA. The scope of work includes masonry repair, light excavation, resetting, cleaning, and treating of gravestones categorized into 5 conservation strategy categories. Bidders shall refer to Appendix A for specific strategies and notes to calculate bid prices. The project requires 3 or more references from similar projects completed within the last 5 years, a 6-month contract duration, and a submission deadline of June 24, 2026.
The Town of Falmouth Department of Public Works, In conjunction with the Community Preservation Committee, Has established this scope of work to preserve 250 additional gravestones in this phase, Referred herein as Old Burying Ground Preservation, Phase 2A. For the purposes of this project, Each gravestone in this scope of work has been categorized into 1 of 5 conservation strategies as described on the Bid Pricing Page. Bidders shall refer to the assessments in Appendix A for specific strategies and notes relative to the conservation of each particular gravestone to calculate a bid price for each of the 5 conservation strategy categories. Bidders shall include 3 or more references from projects of similar size and scope completed within the last 5 years. Bidders should be prepared to start this project within 10 days of the execution of the contract and complete within 6 months, Weather permitting.
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Summary
Professional conservation and preservation of 250 historically significant gravestones in Falmouth's Old Burying Ground, located on Cemetery Lane off Mill Road in Falmouth, MA. The scope of work includes masonry repair, light excavation, resetting, cleaning, and treating of gravestones categorized into 5 conservation strategy categories.
Bidders shall refer to Appendix A for specific strategies and notes to calculate bid prices. The project requires 3 or more references from similar projects completed within the last 5 years, a 6-month contract duration, and a submission deadline of June 24, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
The Town of Falmouth Department of Public Works, In conjunction with the Community Preservation Committee, Has established this scope of work to preserve 250 additional gravestones in this phase, Referred herein as Old Burying Ground Preservation, Phase 2A. For the purposes of this project, Each gravestone in this scope of work has been categorized into 1 of 5 conservation strategies as described on the Bid Pricing Page. Bidders shall refer to the assessments in Appendix A for specific strategies and notes relative to the conservation of each particular gravestone to calculate a bid price for each of the 5 conservation strategy categories. Bidders shall include 3 or more references from projects of similar size and scope completed within the last 5 years. Bidders should be prepared to start this project within 10 days of the execution of the contract and complete within 6 months, Weather permitting.
- Submit to
- Deputy Director, Falmouth Department of Public Works, 416 Gifford Street, Falmouth, MA 02540
- Scope location
- Falmouth, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Falmouth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Deputy Director, Falmouth Department of Public Works, 416 Gifford Street, Falmouth, MA 02540. For questions, contact James M. Kempton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Falmouth 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 James M. Kempton. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: The Town of Falmouth Department of Public Works, In conjunction with the Community Preservation Committee, Has established this scope of work to preserve 250 additional gravestones in this phase, Referred herein as Old Burying Ground Preservation, Phase 2A. For the purposes of this project, Each gra. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 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. Review the full document from Town of Falmouth for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Falmouth, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.