26-171: Classroom Sound Enhancement with Safety & Intercom System at Brookings

The City of Springfield, Massachusetts Office of Procurement is issuing a competitive invitation for bid (IFB) to provide classroom sound enhancement with safety and intercom system services at Brookings Elementary School (Bid No. 26-171). The procurement encompasses the design, installation, and implementation of integrated audio and intercom systems to enhance classroom acoustics and support school safety communications. Qualified contractors must be certified by the State Division of Capital Asset Management per Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149. Key deadlines include April 15, 2026 for bid document availability, April 21, 2026 for the mandatory site visit at Brookings Elementary (433 Walnut Street) at 10:00 A.M., April 22, 2026 at 4:30 P.M. for submission of written questions to nwalker@springfieldcityhall.com, and April 30, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. for bid submission to the Office of Procurement at 36 Court Street, Room 307, Springfield, MA 01103, with public opening and reading of bids to follow immediately. Bids are evaluated based on meeting technical specifications, qualifications, and pricing competitiveness in accordance with Massachusetts procurement law.

The City of Springfield supports a goal of twenty percent minority and women business enterprise (MWBE) participation in this contract. All contractors are required to comply with Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards prevailing wage rates on the project. The estimated project value for Brookings Elementary School is approximately $250,000. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are specified in the procurement notice. The Chief Procurement Officer or designee reserves the right to waive any informality in the bidding process and to reject any or all bids if deemed in the public interest. Bid documents and additional information are available through the City of Springfield's website at www.springfield-ma.gov.