Town of Needham Charles River WTP Dehumidification Upgrades IFB 26DPW041B 2025
Town of Needham, Town of Needham, MA·City
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- Primary Contact
- Ashley Ellis · (781) 455-7550
- Scope Location
- Needham, MA
- Submission Address
- Administration Office of the Public Works Department, Town of Needham, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492
SUMMARY
The Town of Needham is soliciting sealed bids for the Charles River WTP Dehumidification Upgrades project (Bid # 26DPW041B). The scope of work involves mechanical and building construction services (Chapter 149) to upgrade dehumidification systems at the Charles River Water Treatment Plant located at 914 Charles River St. A pre-bid conference was scheduled for June 18, 2025. Bidders must provide a bid deposit of at least five percent (5%) of the bid value. Although the original legal notice cited a July 10 deadline, subsequent addenda (1 through 4) have updated the final submission deadline to July 29, 2025, at 1:30 PM. Bids must be submitted to the Administration Office of the Public Works Department at 500 Dedham Ave, Needham, MA 02492.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid deposit (5%)
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How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Needham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 29, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Administration Office of the Public Works Department, Town of Needham, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492. For questions, contact Ashley Ellis.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Needham?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Needham are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Needham 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 deposit (5%). Review the full document from Town of Needham for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Needham 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 Ashley Ellis at (781) 455-7550. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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