Town of North Reading - Central Fire Station Overhead Garage Door Replacement IFB 2026-01FS
Town of North ReadingCity · North Reading, MA- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Todd Woekel
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Town of North Reading is seeking sealed bids for the Central Fire Station Overhead Garage Door Replacement IFB 2026-01FS. The work involves building construction, maintenance, and repair services for overhead garage doors at the Central Fire Station located in North Reading, Massachusetts. Bids are due by October 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Department of Public Works. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Flint Memorial Library. Bids must include a 5% bid security via bid bond, cash, or certified check, and are subject to Massachusetts public bidding laws G.L. c.149, §§44A-44H.
Bidder qualifications, past performance in similar projects, bid price
SUMMARY
The Town of North Reading is seeking sealed bids for the Central Fire Station Overhead Garage Door Replacement IFB 2026-01FS. The work involves building construction, maintenance, and repair services for overhead garage doors at the Central Fire Station located in North Reading, Massachusetts.
Bids are due by October 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Department of Public Works. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Flint Memorial Library. Bids must include a 5% bid security via bid bond, cash, or certified check, and are subject to Massachusetts public bidding laws G.L. c.149, §§44A-44H.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Bidder qualifications
- Past performance in similar projects
- Bid price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- BID BOND
- CASH
- Or
- CERTIFIED CHECK
- Submit to
- Office of the Department of Public Works, North Reading Town Hall, 235 North Street, North Reading, MA 01864
- Scope location
- North Reading, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of North Reading?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Department of Public Works, North Reading Town Hall, 235 North Street, North Reading, MA 01864. For questions, contact Todd Woekel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of North Reading 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 Todd Woekel. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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, past performance in similar projects, bid price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of North Reading?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 BOND, CASH, or, CERTIFIED CHECK. Review the full document from Town of North Reading for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Reading, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.