Town of Lynnfield - Willis Wood Trail Development - BD-26-1290-LFDPW-DPW-133810 (2026)
Town of LynnfieldCity · Lynnfield, MA- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mary Cova
The 30-second brief
The Town of Lynnfield is seeking bids for the Willis Woods Trail Development Project, involving the construction of approximately 1.5 to 3 miles of natural surface trails, bog bridges, a 14-step stairway, signages, and related trail construction work at Willis Woods in northern Lynnfield, MA. The project includes base work tasks for building East Line, Riverside, and South Side trails, wetland conservation permitting, and final construction outcomes with as-built drawings. Bids are due by October 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and must include bid security of 5 percent of the total value. Selection of the contractor will be based upon bidder qualifications and prevailing wage rates apply.
Natural surface trail, Bog-bridge, And staircase construction, Up to approximately 1.5 to 2.96 miles of trail, 14-step stairs at start of Riverside Trail, Necessary bog bridges to traverse wet areas on East line and Glen Drive Trail, Two bridges Willis Brook Trail (~ 10 ft & 22 ft spans), Final as-built drawings each completed trail and the project as a whole
Bidder qualifications
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Summary
The Town of Lynnfield is seeking bids for the Willis Woods Trail Development Project, involving the construction of approximately 1.5 to 3 miles of natural surface trails, bog bridges, a 14-step stairway, signages, and related trail construction work at Willis Woods in northern Lynnfield, MA. The project includes base work tasks for building East Line, Riverside, and South Side trails, wetland conservation permitting, and final construction outcomes with as-built drawings.
Bids are due by October 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and must include bid security of 5 percent of the total value. Selection of the contractor will be based upon bidder qualifications and prevailing wage rates apply.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bidder qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Natural surface trail, Bog-bridge, And staircase construction, Up to approximately 1.5 to 2.96 miles of trail, 14-step stairs at start of Riverside Trail, Necessary bog bridges to traverse wet areas on East line and Glen Drive Trail, Two bridges Willis Brook Trail (~ 10 ft & 22 ft spans), Final as-built drawings each completed trail and the project as a whole
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Form of General Bid
- Construction Performance Bond
- Construction Payment Bond
- Non-Collusion Certificate
- Tax Compliance Certificate
- Clerk's Certificate of Corporate Vote
- Certificate of Insurance
- Bid security
- Submit to
- Planning and Conservation Department, Lynnfield Town Hall, 55 Summer Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940
- Scope location
- Lynnfield, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Lynnfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 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: Planning and Conservation Department, Lynnfield Town Hall, 55 Summer Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940. For questions, contact Mary Cova.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Lynnfield 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 Mary Cova. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Natural surface trail, Bog-bridge, And staircase construction, Up to approximately 1.5 to 2.96 miles of trail, 14-step stairs at start of Riverside Trail, Necessary bog bridges to traverse wet areas on East line and Glen Drive Trail, Two bridges Willis Brook Trail (~ 10 ft & 22 ft spans), Final as-b. 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: "Bidder qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Lynnfield?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Lynnfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Lynnfield 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 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, Construction Performance Bond, Construction Payment Bond, Non-Collusion Certificate, Tax Compliance Certificate, Clerk's Certificate of Corporate Vote, Certificate of Insurance, b. Review the full document from Town of Lynnfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lynnfield, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.