Well Cleaning

The Town of Yarmouth is seeking sealed bids for a one-year contract to perform cleaning, redevelopment, and emergency repairs on five existing wells, with an option to extend the contract for up to two additional years at the Town's sole discretion. The procurement process is governed by Massachusetts General Law c.30, §39M, emphasizing competitive bidding, with the contract valued between $50,000 and $150,000. Bidders must submit a bid accompanied by a deposit of 5% of the total bid amount and, upon award, provide a payment bond equal to 50% of the contract price. The work involves both scheduled maintenance and emergency responses, with all work subject to prevailing wage rates as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards. Bid submissions are to be delivered in sealed envelopes marked clearly and received by October 1, 2025, at 3:00 pm at the Town Administrator’s Office in South Yarmouth. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, or limit the scope of work based on available funds. The contract duration is one year from the effective date, with extensions possible, and all inquiries must be directed in writing to Svetlana Salemme. Supporting bid documents, specifications, and forms are available online on the Town’s website; however, no federal FAR clauses, specific technical standards for packaging or inspection, or detailed line-item pricing are included in the available documentation. The process emphasizes responsible and responsive bidding, with the primary evaluation criterion being the lowest responsible bid, and adherence to state procurement laws and wage requirements.