Town of Westborough Route 9 Water Main Rehabilitation Phase I IFB 27-2100 - 2026
Town of WestboroughCity · Westborough, MA- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Justin Rosenberg
- (978) 905-2101
The 30-second brief
The Town of Westborough invites sealed bids for the Route 9 Water Main Rehabilitation – Phase I project, IFB 27-2100, with an estimated value of $474,130.00. The work entails installing a structural liner in approximately 950 feet of existing 8-inch asbestos-concrete (AC) water main, installing 270 feet of 8-inch ductile iron water main, replacing gate valves and hydrant assemblies, removing and disposing of AC pipe and ACM, and providing temporary bypass piping within the Route 9 right-of-way and Otis Street. Bidders must have MassDOT prequalification in Sewer and Water. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and prevailing wages.
Installation of a structural liner in an existing 8-inch diameter asbestos-concrete (AC) water main, Installation of approximately 270 feet of 8-inch ductile iron water main, Replacement of gate valves and hydrant assemblies, Removal and legal disposal of demolished 8-inch AC water main pipe and asbestos-contaminated material (ACM), Temporary bypass piping
Bidder qualifications, past performance, bid price, lowest responsible and eligible bidder
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Summary
The Town of Westborough invites sealed bids for the Route 9 Water Main Rehabilitation – Phase I project, IFB 27-2100, with an estimated value of $474,130.00.
The work entails installing a structural liner in approximately 950 feet of existing 8-inch asbestos-concrete (AC) water main, installing 270 feet of 8-inch ductile iron water main, replacing gate valves and hydrant assemblies, removing and disposing of AC pipe and ACM, and providing temporary bypass piping within the Route 9 right-of-way and Otis Street. Bidders must have MassDOT prequalification in Sewer and Water. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and prevailing wages.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Bidder qualifications
- Past performance
- Bid price
- Lowest responsible and eligible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Installation of a structural liner in an existing 8-inch diameter asbestos-concrete (AC) water main, Installation of approximately 270 feet of 8-inch ductile iron water main, Replacement of gate valves and hydrant assemblies, Removal and legal disposal of demolished 8-inch AC water main pipe and asbestos-contaminated material (ACM), Temporary bypass piping
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- BID BOND
- CASH
- CERTIFIED CHECK
- Performance bond
- Payment bond
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Submit to
- https://www.bidnetdirect.com/massachusetts/townwestborough
- Scope location
- Westborough, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Westborough?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/massachusetts/townwestborough. For questions, contact Justin Rosenberg.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Westborough 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 Justin Rosenberg at (978) 905-2101. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Installation of a structural liner in an existing 8-inch diameter asbestos-concrete (AC) water main, Installation of approximately 270 feet of 8-inch ductile iron water main, Replacement of gate valves and hydrant assemblies, Removal and legal disposal of demolished 8-inch AC water main pipe and asb. 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, past performance, bid price, lowest responsible and eligible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Westborough?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Westborough are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Westborough regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 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, performance bond, payment bond, Certificate of Liability Insurance. Review the full document from Town of Westborough for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Westborough, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.