Senior Center Construction Project

The Town of Halifax is soliciting bids for the new construction of a 3,450 square foot Senior Center located at 267 Monponsett Street, Halifax, Massachusetts. This 3.074 million dollar project involves a single-story slab-on-grade building featuring a community room, multipurpose area, offices, and utility spaces, with an optional alternate for a finished kitchen. The scope of work includes wood-framed exterior walls, vinyl siding, and an asphalt shingle roof, as well as comprehensive site work encompassing a parking lot, septic system, and landscaping. The contract is governed by DCAMM General Conditions and requires a lump sum price. Filed-subcontractor bids for categories including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and roofing are due November 16, 2026, while general contractor bids are due November 23, 2026. Award is based on the lowest responsive and compliant bid, with a mandatory prerequisite of meeting Minority Business Enterprise and Women Business Enterprise participation goals. Key requirements include 100 percent performance and payment bonds, adherence to Massachusetts prevailing wage laws, and 10 hours of OSHA-approved safety training for all employees. Additionally, the project is designated as security sensitive, requiring contractors to execute specific confidentiality agreements. Performance milestones must include at least 15 days for startup, testing, and commissioning, with a maximum of 30 days for final punch list completion.