Chicopee High School Loading Dock and Stair Replacement

The City of Chicopee is soliciting sealed bids for the removal and replacement of the concrete loading dock slab and stairs at Chicopee High School, located at 820 Front St., Chicopee, MA. The scope of work involves the removal of an approximately 22 by 17 foot concrete slab and stairs, site preparation, the salvage and reinstallation of existing handrails, and the installation of a new concrete slab and stairs. The successful contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, permits, and supervision, while ensuring the protection of building walls, windows, and doors. All work must be completed within 90 days from the notice to proceed and must adhere to accepted construction practices and Massachusetts prevailing wage requirements. Bids must be submitted in duplicate in a sealed envelope to the City Purchasing Agent by October 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The contract will be awarded to the successful low bidder, with delivery time and bidder responsibility also serving as evaluation factors. Required certifications include tax compliance under Massachusetts General Laws, a certificate of non-collusion, and a bid certification confirming the review of site conditions. The successful bidder must provide a 50 percent performance bond and a labor and materials payment bond for the full amount of the contract price. All submissions must be signed by an authorized officer, completed in black ink or typewritten, and include all required proposal forms.