Town of Southwest Harbor - Harbor Floats - WIN 029662.00 (2026)
Town of Southwest HarborCity · Southwest Harbor, ME- Due
- Apr 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Karen Reddersen
- (202) 224-5404
The 30-second brief
The Town of Southwest Harbor is seeking bids for the construction, delivery, and installation of timber floating docks under State of Maine Small Harbors Improvement Program WIN 029662.00. Work includes the construction of seven new 16x24 ft floats and three 6x20 ft floats, delivery, unloading at the harbor, timber float construction, connections, fasteners, hardware, cleats, and related incidental work in Southwest Harbor, Hancock County, Maine. Substantial completion is requested as early as practical for use during the 2026 summer season. Bids are due by April 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Project questions must be submitted via RFI form by April 16, 2026. Bidders must provide a bid guaranty of 5% of the bid amount via bid bond or certified check, and successful bidders will be required to provide 100% performance and payment bonds.
Provide 16x24 sq.ft floats; Provide 6x20 ft floats
Lowest responsive, responsible Base Bid
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Summary
The Town of Southwest Harbor is seeking bids for the construction, delivery, and installation of timber floating docks under State of Maine Small Harbors Improvement Program WIN 029662.00.
Work includes the construction of seven new 16x24 ft floats and three 6x20 ft floats, delivery, unloading at the harbor, timber float construction, connections, fasteners, hardware, cleats, and related incidental work in Southwest Harbor, Hancock County, Maine. Substantial completion is requested as early as practical for use during the 2026 summer season. Bids are due by April 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Project questions must be submitted via RFI form by April 16, 2026. Bidders must provide a bid guaranty of 5% of the bid amount via bid bond or certified check, and successful bidders will be required to provide 100% performance and payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible Base Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Provide 16x24 sq.ft floats; Provide 6x20 ft floats
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Copy of Notice to Contractors
- Completed Acknowledgement of Bid Amendments form
- Completed Schedule of Items
- Two copies of the completed and signed Contract Agreement, Offer & Award form
- Bid Guaranty (5%)
- Any other certifications or bid requirements listed in the bid documents
- Submit to
- Southwest Harbor Town Office, 26 Village Green Way, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
- Scope location
- Southwest Harbor, ME
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Southwest Harbor?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 23, 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: Southwest Harbor Town Office, 26 Village Green Way, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679. For questions, contact Karen Reddersen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Southwest Harbor in ME, 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 Karen Reddersen at (202) 224-5404. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Provide 16x24 sq.ft floats; Provide 6x20 ft floats. 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, responsible Base Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Southwest Harbor?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Southwest Harbor are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Southwest Harbor 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: Copy of Notice to Contractors; Completed Acknowledgement of Bid Amendments form; Completed Schedule of Items; Two copies of the completed and signed Contract Agreement, Offer & Award form; Bid Guarant. Review the full document from Town of Southwest Harbor for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Southwest Harbor, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.