Town of Needham IFB Charles River WTP Dehumidification Upgrades 26DPW041B
Town of Needham, Town of Needham, MA·City
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- Primary Contact
- Ashley Ellis · (781) 455-7550
- Submission Address
- Administration Office of the Department of Public Works, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA, 02492
SUMMARY
The Town of Needham is soliciting bids for the Charles River WTP Dehumidification Upgrades project. The project involves the upgrade of dehumidification systems at the Water Treatment Plant, including the installation of a packaged A/C system to manage humidity and temperature in the filter room. The bid includes requirements for labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals. Key dates include a pre-bid conference on June 18, 2025, a deadline for questions on June 25, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of July 10, 2025. Addenda have been issued, and bidders must acknowledge them. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Bid forms, Bid Price Form, Bid Form A: Bidder Information Response, Bid Form B: Authentication Form, Bid Form C: Certificate of Good Faith, Bid Form D: Certificate of Compliance with Massachusetts Tax Laws or Certificate of Good Standing, References (minimum 5), Bid Form F: Certificate of Authority or Corporate Resolution, DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility and Update Statement, Bid Deposit
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Needham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Administration Office of the Department of Public Works, 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 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 Needham for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Ashley Ellis at (781) 455-7550. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid forms, Bid Price Form, Bid Form A: Bidder Information Response, Bid Form B: Authentication Form, Bid Form C: Certificate of Good Faith, Bid Form D: Certificate of Compliance with Massachusetts Tax Laws or Certificate of Good Standing, References (minimum 5), Bid Form F: Certificate of Authority. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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