26-13 Wayside Cemetery Expansion Project

The Town of Marblehead is soliciting sealed bids for the Waterside Cemetery Expansion project, designated as the 26-13 Wayside Cemetery Expansion Project, with a posted date of November 20, 2025, and a bid deadline of December 10, 2025. The project, estimated to be valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000, involves construction work to expand the cemetery grounds in accordance with specifications and requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Bidders are required to submit their proposals in sealed form to the Select Board’s Office at Abott Hall by the specified deadline, with no mention of electronic submission options. A bid deposit of at least 5% of the total project cost must accompany the bid, and the successful contractor will be required to furnish a labor and materials payment bond equal to 50% of the contract price. The project is governed by Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30 §39M, emphasizing compliance with state procurement procedures, prevailing wage laws, and responsible bidding practices. The Town reserves the right to reject all bids if deemed in its best interest. The procurement process emphasizes responsibility and lowest responsible bid, with the award made to the lowest qualified bidder meeting all requirements. The contract will include mandatory bonding and wage compliance, but no federal FAR clauses or specific contract types are referenced in the available documentation. Supporting materials such as specifications, terms, and forms are accessible online through the Town’s procurement portal. No detailed technical specifications, inspection and acceptance procedures, or packaging and shipping requirements are included in the current documents. Overall, the project aims to expand the cemetery facilities efficiently, adhering to statutory and local procurement standards, with clear instructions for bid submission and compliance obligations for interested contractors.