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The Massachusetts Department of Transportation Highway Division is soliciting bids for the Reconstruction of Allen Street (MA285) in Braintree, identified as Proposal No. 613727-136651 and Federal Aid Project No. STP/HPP-003S(904)X. The estimated project value is 7,704,000.00 dollars, with bids due by 2:00 P.M. on October 6, 2026, via bidx.com. To be eligible, bidders must possess a valid MassDOT vendor code and be pre-qualified in the HIGH category. The scope of work includes the reconstruction of the street, with specific requirements for the installation of location markers and the handling of materials such as rubber gaskets and pipes according to strict storage and transport standards. This federally-aided project requires strict adherence to various regulatory standards, including the Buy America and Build America, Buy America Act, the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, and EEO specifications. The contractor must strive to meet labor participation goals of 15 percent for minorities and 6 percent for women. Upon award, the successful bidder has 14 calendar days to submit all required execution documents, including performance and payment bonds, workers compensation, and certificates of liability insurance. Quality assurance is managed through inspections by the Braintree Water and Sewer Department and the Engineer, with specific testing requirements such as 150 PSI hydrostatic pressure tests for water pipes.