DDS 27-06 Fire Sprinkler Upgrade Residential Group Home#2, Taunton

The Department of Developmental Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is soliciting bids for the fire sprinkler upgrade at Residential Group Home #2 in Taunton, MA. The project involves the demolition and complete removal of an existing NFPA 13 dry system and the installation of a new NFPA 13R wet sprinkler system. The scope of work includes the construction of new soffits to conceal piping and electrical work to wire new sprinkler tamper and flow switches and a new fire alarm electric bell. All new devices must be UL listed, and the project must comply with 780 CMR, NFPA 241, 527 CMR 1.00, and Title II of the American with Disabilities Act. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder based on the sum of the base bid and accepted alternates. Bidders must provide a bid deposit of 5 percent of the total bid amount and be capable of securing 100 percent performance and payment bonds upon award. Key requirements include adherence to minimum prevailing wage rates, OSHA-approved 10-hour safety training for all employees, and the execution of confidentiality agreements due to the project's status as Security Sensitive Information. Contractors are also required to submit certified weekly payroll records and report workforce participation regarding minority and women-owned business goals. Administrative requirements include the maintenance of a Potential Change Order log and the submission of a fire protection Impairment Plan. Payments are processed through the state accounting system (MMARS), with electronic funds transfer encouraged. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and fees and must maintain all systems until final acceptance by the owner. All products must be delivered in original sealed containers and inspected upon delivery to ensure compliance with contract documents.