Filed Sub-Bids_IFB 26-83 West Somerville Neighborhood School Roof Replacement

The City of Somerville, Massachusetts, is soliciting filed sub-bids for the roof replacement at the West Somerville Neighborhood School under solicitation number 48001, with a response deadline of July 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. This procurement is governed by Massachusetts state law and municipal procurement practices, not federal acquisition regulations, and is structured as a fixed-price contract awarded using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Award will be made solely to the lowest-priced responsible bidder who meets mandatory quality and eligibility requirements, with no trade-offs between price and technical factors. The work involves demolition and reinstallation of roof drains and related accessories under specifications that align with Division 01, 07, and 22 of the standard construction specifications, requiring strict compliance with ANSI, NFPA, and OSHA standards. All work must be performed on-site in Somerville, with performance expected to begin on or about August 10, 2026, and conclude by March 31, 2027. Bidders must submit completed Quality Requirements Forms, proof of OSHA 10-hour training for subcontractor personnel, debarment and non-collusion certifications, and valid Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office certifications if claiming MBE, WBE, or Veteran-Owned status. Contracting parties are required to provide full Performance and Payment Bonds equal to the total contract sum, with insurance certificates naming the City as additional insured and requiring 30-day cancellation notice. Subcontractors must be pre-approved by the City, and their information must be disclosed upon contract award. All submissions must be made either physically to the Procurement & Contracting Services Department at 93 Highland Avenue or electronically through BidExpress.com; email submissions are prohibited. The contract does not include federal FAR clauses but instead uses customized Articles covering Contractor responsibilities, subcontractor management, bonding, insurance, warranties, and claims. No contract value is listed in the solicitation, and no specific accounting codes, invoicing systems, or COR/COTR contacts are provided. The City retains authority to inspect and reject work until final written acceptance is granted, and any defects discovered within one year of final acceptance remain the Contractor’s responsibility to correct.