IFB - King Street Memorial Park Updates Project

The Town of Franklin is seeking a qualified contractor to undertake the renovation of the athletic field at King Street Memorial Park, including the installation of a new sports lighting system and pathway lighting, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30, Section 39M. The project, solicited under Invitation for Bids BD-27-1271-CPO00-CPO-130617, has an estimated contract value of $1,226,250 and is expected to commence in summer 2026 with completion required by November 1, 2027. Bids must be submitted through the town’s official portal by July 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with physical submissions accepted at the Franklin Municipal Building. The contract is structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price arrangement under a sealed bidding process, and award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, requiring bidders to meet minimum technical eligibility criteria. A mandatory requirement for all proposers is the submission of a valid Certificate of Eligibility in Electrical from Capital Asset Management, along with the most recent revised DCAMM Update Statement, ensuring compliance with Massachusetts state construction and electrical standards. All work must be performed at King Street Memorial Park, located at 740 King Street, Franklin, MA 02038, and acceptance of deliverables will be conducted by the Town of Franklin Purchasing Department upon satisfactory completion. The contracting officer is Pamela Vickery, who serves as the sole point of contact for administrative and contractual matters. No detailed line-item pricing, inspection criteria beyond general satisfaction, packaging standards, or electronic invoicing systems are specified, and the procurement relies entirely on state-specific regulations rather than federal acquisition clauses. The solicitation does not require socioeconomic certifications, unique entity identifiers, or subcontracting plans, emphasizing compliance with Massachusetts statutory and safety requirements as the foundation for qualification and award.