26-074: Sumner Ave. Elementary and Pre-School Roof Replacement Project

The City of Springfield, Massachusetts, is soliciting electronic bids for the Sumner Ave. Elementary and Pre-School Roof Replacement Project (Solicitation No. BD-26-1167-PUR02-PUR01-123087). The project involves demolition of the existing roof membrane assembly and installation of a new roof membrane assembly, including the addition of new roof drains, equipment curbs, and associated electrical connection work. Work is to be performed at 45 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA, with an estimated project cost of approximately $2.83 million. The solicitation seeks qualified prime/general contractors and filed sub-bidders certified by the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) in relevant trades; prime contractors must hold certifications in General Contractor or Roofing and Flashing categories, while sub-bidders must be DCAMM certified for Plumbing, HVAC, and Electrical. The City requires compliance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149, which governs public building contracts, and mandates prevailing wage payments per the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Safety. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City’s bidding portal by 2:00 PM on December 18, 2025, with sub-bids due December 10, 2025. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for December 3, 2025, to provide prospective bidders the opportunity to inspect the site and clarify project specifics. The City also emphasizes a 20% Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation goal, requiring bidders to make good faith efforts toward this target. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder meeting all statutory requirements, DCAMM certifications, and MWBE participation goals. The solicitation does not specify detailed delivery milestones beyond bidding deadlines, nor does it include federal acquisition clauses; instead, all contract provisions are governed by Massachusetts state law and local procurement policies. Additional administrative contacts include the Chief Procurement Officer, Lauren Stabilo, and the Project Manager, Emmanuel Russell, who oversees site visits and bid process communications. Bid documents and specifications are available electronically at www.biddocs.com or by purchase from Nashoba Blue, Inc. The City reserves the right to waive informalities or reject any or all bids if in the public interest.