IFB # 9222 - Nuisance Aquatic Vegetation Management Services

The City of Framingham, Massachusetts, is soliciting sealed bids for IFB #9222 to obtain Nuisance Aquatic Vegetation Management Services for the Sudbury River and various city ponds, including Gleason, Learned, Mohawk, and Norton. The scope of work involves the application of specific aquatic herbicides and algae treatments, the acquisition of MA-DEP WM04 permits, and the execution of pre- and post-management surveys using visual observation and throw-rakes. A critical component of the contract is the collection of comprehensive water quality samples for parameters such as pH, dissolved oxygen, and turbidity, culminating in a Year-End Summary Report delivered to the Conservation Commission every December. The contract is scheduled for a one-year term from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027, with the City holding the option to extend for two additional one-year periods. Awarding will be based on the lowest total estimated contract price from a responsible and eligible bidder. To qualify, bidders must have at least five consecutive years of experience in the industry, have served at least five commercial or industrial customers of similar scope within the last two years, and provide three professional references. Compliance requirements are extensive, including adherence to 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Massachusetts General Laws regarding non-discrimination and tax compliance, and Executive Order 11246. Bidders must provide proof of General Liability insurance of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and Professional Malpractice insurance of 1 million dollars per claim. Submissions are due by November 19, 2026, and must include a signed price sheet, certificates of non-collusion and corporate authority, and a bidder reference form.