IFB 2026-17 FIRE SPRINKLER SERVICES

The Lowell Housing Authority is soliciting bids for comprehensive fire sprinkler and pump system testing, inspections, and necessary repairs through an Invitation for Bids (IFB 2026-17), with the solicitation number BD-26-1202-COCC1-COCC1-131657 and a submission deadline of August 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Bids must be submitted in sealed physical envelopes to the Finance and Procurement Department at 350 Moody Street, Lowell, MA 01854, with no electronic, fax, or telegraphic submissions permitted. The contract requires contractors to provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to ensure compliance with Massachusetts state regulations, including M.G.L. c. 111, §F§7 and 441 CMR §21.0-5 for hazardous substance labeling, and submission of Material Safety Data Sheets per 441 CMR §21.06. All work must meet the standard of being “of the best of their respective kinds,” conform to Purchase Order specifications, and adhere to energy efficiency and recovered materials procurement guidelines under federal and state law, with exceptions permitted only if items are unavailable, fail performance standards, or are unreasonably priced. Contractors must be deemed responsible, possessing adequate financial resources, a satisfactory performance and ethical record, and must not be suspended or debarred. The award will be made based on a trade-off evaluation, considering both cost and non-cost factors, allowing the Lowell Housing Authority to select the proposal most advantageous to the organization, not necessarily the lowest bid. F.O.B.-Destination terms apply, meaning the contractor assumes all risk and freight costs until delivery to the specified Lowell location, and payment is contingent upon successful inspection and acceptance by the Authority. The contract includes strict provisions against subcontracting without written approval, requires indemnification for claims arising from the contractor’s negligence, and mandates compliance with Massachusetts conflict of interest laws, non-discrimination statutes, and tax reporting obligations. Termination for convenience is permitted with ten days’ written notice, limiting payment to services performed prior to termination. All contractual obligations are governed by Massachusetts law, with disputes subject to exclusive jurisdiction in Commonwealth courts, and contractors must ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations throughout the performance period.