Annual IFB FY-2027 PAVEMENT MILLING

The Town of Dartmouth, Massachusetts Department of Public Works is requesting sealed bids for pavement milling services under IFB issued August 26, 2026, with bids due September 16, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. MassDOT Highway Division prequalification for the class of work "Pavement Milling and Cold Planing" is mandatory — contractors not prequalified for the total three-year estimated value may submit a single-year waiver request at least two weeks prior to bid opening.

The scope covers pavement milling services on an initial one-year term with two optional 12-month renewal periods. The estimated annual contract value is $315,724, with a total estimated project value of $947,172 over three years. Contract documents are available for examination at the Department of Public Works office, 759 Russells Mills Road, Dartmouth, MA 02748, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or electronically from Rosa Tavares at rtavares@dartmouthma.gov.

Bid security equal to five percent of the total bid value is required in the form of a bid bond, certified check, treasurer's check, or cashier's check. All bids must include a Non-Collusion Form and Statement of Taxes. Massachusetts prevailing wage rates under M.G.L. c. 149 apply. Contract award is expected within thirty days of bid opening, though this timeline may be extended by mutual agreement. Bidders may not withdraw bids for thirty days after opening, excluding weekends and legal holidays. Supplies are exempt from Sales and Use Tax. The awarding authority reserves the right to waive informalities, reject any or all bids, or accept proposals other than the lowest priced.