51 Inman Fire Protection Sprinkler Modifications and Related Improvements - General Contractors

The 51 Inman Fire Protection Sprinkler Modifications and Related Improvements project, solicitation COC-CIFB-FY27-31292, involves comprehensive fire protection and water line work at the Coffin Building in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The scope includes the demolition of existing fire protection and domestic water lines in the street, installation of replacement services, and associated street work. Interior improvements consist of modifying the lower-level wet sprinkler system, expanding coverage into unprotected areas, performing necessary ceiling work, and installing supplemental exit signs throughout the building. The project requires the installation of a fully functional sprinkler system and the submission of detailed shop drawings, samples, and delegated-design analysis signed by a professional engineer. The contract will be awarded to the lowest eligible and responsible bidder, with eligibility determined by a review of the bidder's DCAMM certification file, update statement, and past performance references. Bidders must adhere to specific single project and aggregate work limits. Mandatory requirements include a bid deposit of at least 5 percent of the bid value, and the successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract sum. Compliance with the Cambridge Employment Plan, Cambridge Responsible Employer Plan, and Minority Business Enterprise requirements is mandatory, alongside adherence to prevailing wage rates and the City's CORI and truck safety ordinances. All work must comply with ASME, IEEE, NFPA, and ANSI standards, and bidders must submit their proposals via the e-Procurement Portal by the December 17, 2026 deadline.