Ifb - Pfd - Mather School Envelope

The City of Boston's Public Facilities Department has issued an Invitation for Bids for the Mather School Envelope project, located at 1 Parish Street, Dorchester, MA. The scope involves exterior envelope repairs, including masonry restoration, window replacements, and related site work, with detailed specifications accessible electronically starting September 15, 2025. Bidders must submit their responses by October 2, 2025, for filed sub-bids, and by October 16, 2025, for general bids, both before noon. The project is estimated to take approximately 362 days to complete. The procurement process emphasizes responsible and responsible bidders, requiring submission of a 5% bid bond, a valid DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility in the relevant trade, and a DCAMM Update Statement. The successful contractor will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract value, which is anticipated to range between one and five million dollars. Prevailing wages will apply, and all bids must be filed either in person at the Boston Bid Counter or electronically via the Trimble Unity Construct portal. The contract is governed primarily by Massachusetts public construction law, specifically M.G.L. c. 149 sections 44A-44J, with no federal clauses explicitly referenced. Bidding documents and plans are available upon request, and questions regarding the bid must be submitted in writing by September 26, 2025. The award will be made to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder based on price, responsibility, and compliance with all bid requirements. The contract emphasizes bonding, certification, and adherence to prevailing wage standards, with no specific mention of additional special clauses or unique contractual conditions beyond standard public construction requirements. Bidders are advised to consult the full bid specifications and plans for comprehensive details on scope, requirements, and submission procedures.