77 Broadway Sub Station Renovation

The City of Somerville, Massachusetts is requesting bids for interior renovations at the 77 Broadway Sub Station (IFB 27-01), with general contractor bids due August 12, 2026 and filed electrical sub-bids due August 5, 2026. Both the general contractor and filed electrical sub-bidder(s) must be DCAMM certified in their respective categories — General Building Construction and Electrical Work — a mandatory eligibility gate.

The scope includes interior wall construction, electrical work, fire alarm installation, finishes, and door access control systems to support Somerville Police Department operations. Work is governed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 149 (Vertical Construction) and Somerville's living wage ordinance, which requires a minimum of $18.85 per hour as of July 1, 2026. OSHA safety training, wage theft, and responsible employer ordinances apply. Bidders must document at least three relevant public or commercial projects of similar size and scope as a quality requirement.

The estimated construction cost is $215,000. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract value and a 5 percent bid deposit are required. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with bids remaining firm for 90 days from opening. Liquidated damages of $500 per day apply for delays.

The non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM EST. Questions are due by 2:00 PM EST on July 29, 2026. The contract is anticipated to be awarded August 17, 2026, commence August 31, 2026, reach substantial completion December 4, 2026, and achieve final completion by January 1, 2027, with the contract period extending through January 29, 2027.