Invitation for Bid: Lighting Project Upgrade

The Town of Boxborough is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to upgrade the lighting systems at three municipal facilities: Town Hall, the Department of Public Works, and the Library. The project focuses on installing energy-efficient lighting fixtures to replace existing outdated lighting, aligning with the town's commitment to green initiatives and sustainable practices. The solicitation, titled "Invitation for Bid: Lighting Project Upgrade," was posted on October 29, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for November 12, 2025. Bidders are required to participate in a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for November 5, 2025, which includes a site visit to review the scope of work. The contract is estimated to be valued between 150,000 and 300,000 dollars and will be awarded based on a combination of price and bidder qualifications, in accordance with Massachusetts public bidding laws. The process emphasizes transparency, requiring bid security, performance and payment bonds, and compliance with wage rate standards. The project aims to enhance energy efficiency across municipal properties, contributing to the town’s sustainability goals, with the selected contractor responsible for furnishing and installing the new lighting fixtures at each location.