Purchase of Mobile Office Trailer (Modular Unit)

The Town of Nantucket has issued Request for Proposals 2026-TA-0820 for the design, prefabrication, site assembly, and installation of a move-in ready modular office trailer at 2 Fairgrounds Road. The project, estimated at 800,000 dollars, requires a comprehensive solution including site preparation, blocking, leveling, and the coordination of barge transportation to the island. The unit must be ADA compliant, meet Massachusetts state building and stretch energy codes, and adhere to Historic District Commission exterior requirements. Key technical specifications include HVAC systems designed for year-round occupancy in the local climate, LED lighting, and plumbing for direct municipal water and sewer connections. Proposals are due electronically by October 7, 2026, with an anticipated contract start date of December 1, 2026, and a guaranteed completion date for the Certificate of Occupancy by June 1, 2027. Qualified bidders must demonstrate at least three years of full-time experience in similar work, provide evidence of financial stability, and submit a bid deposit of five percent of the base bid. The award will be based on the most advantageous proposal, evaluating contractor ability, scheduling, and past performance. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price, ensure all on-site labor is paid according to Massachusetts Prevailing Wage, and certify that all employees have completed a ten-hour OSHA-approved safety course.