Town of Holliston Wastewater Treatment Upgrades IFB - BD-26-1627-BOS17-BOS17-128687 (2026)
Town of HollistonCity · Holliston, MA- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Meo
- (508) 429-0608
The 30-second brief
The Town of Holliston is seeking sealed bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Process Conversion project, involving the conversion of the Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) from an activated sludge modular FAST treatment system to a recirculating media filter (RMF) and denitrification system. Work includes demolition, tank installation, blower room upgrades, electrical and controls, process piping, and site work under MassDEP Permit # GW #652-3. Bids are due by June 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM. A pre-bid site walk-through is scheduled for May 12, 2026, at 100 Linden Street. Requirements include a 5% bid deposit, 100% payment and performance bonds, prevailing wages, OSHA training certifications, and minimum insurance limits.
Demolition Work - Blower Room, Demolition Work - Process Room, 1st Stage RMF Effluent Tank, 1st Stage Denite Tank, 2nd Stage RMF Effluent Tank, Anoxic Tank Upgrades to 2nd Stage Denite Filter, Blower Room Upgrades, 2nd Stage Recirculation Tank + Alkalinity Tank, RMF Piles, Caps and Beams, RMF Units #1-1 & #2-1 Installation, Electrical / Controls, Process Piping and Site Work, Mobilization, Demobilization, Clarifier Building & Piping
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The Town of Holliston is seeking sealed bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Process Conversion project, involving the conversion of the Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) from an activated sludge modular FAST treatment system to a recirculating media filter (RMF) and denitrification system.
Work includes demolition, tank installation, blower room upgrades, electrical and controls, process piping, and site work under MassDEP Permit # GW #652-3. Bids are due by June 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM. A pre-bid site walk-through is scheduled for May 12, 2026, at 100 Linden Street. Requirements include a 5% bid deposit, 100% payment and performance bonds, prevailing wages, OSHA training certifications, and minimum insurance limits.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Demolition Work - Blower Room
- Demolition Work - Process Room
- 1st Stage RMF Effluent Tank
- 1st Stage Denite Tank
- 2nd Stage RMF Effluent Tank
- Anoxic Tank Upgrades to 2nd Stage Denite Filter
- Blower Room Upgrades
- 2nd Stage Recirculation Tank + Alkalinity Tank
- RMF Piles
- Caps and Beams
- RMF Units #1-1 & #2-1 Installation
- Electrical / Controls
- Process Piping and Site Work
- Mobilization
- Demobilization
- Clarifier Building & Piping
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Price Form
- Bid Deposit
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certification Regarding Labor Harmony and OSHA Training
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Certificate of Good Standing
- Certification of Signatures
- References
- Submit to
- Town Manager's Office, Town Hall, 703 Washington Street, Holliston, MA 01746
- Scope location
- Holliston, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Holliston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 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: Town Manager's Office, Town Hall, 703 Washington Street, Holliston, MA 01746. For questions, contact Chris Meo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Holliston 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 IFB 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 Chris Meo at (508) 429-0608. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Demolition Work - Blower Room, Demolition Work - Process Room, 1st Stage RMF Effluent Tank, 1st Stage Denite Tank, 2nd Stage RMF Effluent Tank, Anoxic Tank Upgrades to 2nd Stage Denite Filter, Blower Room Upgrades, 2nd Stage Recirculation Tank + Alkalinity Tank, RMF Piles, Caps and Beams, RMF Units. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Holliston?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Holliston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Holliston regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 Price Form, Bid Deposit, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certification Regarding Labor Harmony and OSHA Training, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Certificate of Good Standing, Certification of Signat. Review the full document from Town of Holliston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Holliston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.