The Town of Upton is requesting bids to provide restoration services for the replacement of 24 histo

The Town of Upton, through its Department of Public Works, is soliciting bids to restore and replace 24 historical headstones and footstones at the First Cemetery, aiming to preserve the site’s cultural and historical integrity. The solicitation, identified as BD-26-1723-DPW09-DPW09-130876, was posted on June 26, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on July 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM. All work must be performed at the cemetery located on Pleasant Street in Upton, Massachusetts, 01568, and bidders are expected to demonstrate expertise in historical stone restoration, including materials and techniques that align with period-appropriate standards. The agency, part of the Massachusetts state and local government structure, requires proposals to detail methodology, timeline, and qualifications while ensuring minimal disruption to the cemetery grounds and surrounding memorials. Dennis Westgate, the Purchaser, serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries and can be reached at 508-948-5214. The contract is open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside provisions, and interested parties must submit their bids in accordance with the official procedure outlined on the CommBuys platform. Successful bidders will be responsible for sourcing appropriate stone materials, conducting detailed documentation of existing markers, and executing replacements with precision to honor the historical significance of each monument. The Town emphasizes adherence to preservation best practices and expects proposals to include plans for long-term maintenance and durability under local environmental conditions.