Town of Holden DPW CP26-05 - Dawson Pool Rehabilitation Project Bid 2026
Town of Holden, Town of Holden, MA·City
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- Scope Location
- Holden, MA
- Projected Sq Ft
- 7,285 sq ft
- Submission Address
- Holden Department of Public Works, 18 Industrial Drive, Holden, MA 01520
SUMMARY
The Town of Holden, Massachusetts, is soliciting sealed bids for the Dawson Pool Rehabilitation Project (DPW CP26-05). The scope of work includes comprehensive repairs to the 7,285 square foot family pool facility, including replacing 420 linear feet of pool gutter and wall, collector tank replacement, zero-entry replacement, partial site piping replacement, full pool deck replacement, new site drainage, and slide assembly repairs. An alternate bid includes reduced pool decking and drainage. The estimated project cost is $2,000,000.00. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security and 100% performance and payment bonds. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 26, 2026, at 10:00 am at the facility. Bids are due June 9, 2026, by 2:00 pm at the Holden Department of Public Works. The project requires compliance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30, Section 39M, including prevailing wage rates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Publicly opened and read aloud; subject to applicable bidding laws of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30 Section 39M
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Form of General Bid, Agreement, Plans, Specifications, Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Bid Security
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How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Holden?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Holden Department of Public Works, 18 Industrial Drive, Holden, MA 01520.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Publicly opened and read aloud; subject to applicable bidding laws of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30 Section 39M" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Holden?
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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: Form of General Bid, Agreement, Plans, Specifications, Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Bid Security. Review the full document from Town of Holden for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Holden 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 is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Holden, MA. The total projected area is 7285 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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