Biofilter media removal & replacement

The Town of Dartmouth Department of Public Works has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Biofilter Media Removal & Replacement, a procurement targeting infrastructure maintenance for the municipal wastewater treatment system. The contract opportunity, located in Bristol County, Massachusetts, seeks qualified contractors to complete a comprehensive media replacement project for biofilters. Sealed bids will be formally opened on January 7, 2025, at 10:30 A.M., with contract documents available for examination starting December 12, 2024, through the Department of Public Works office or electronic email request. Bidders are required to submit a 5% bid security using a bid bond, certified check, treasurer's check, or cashier's check, and must include a Non-Collusion Form and Statement of Taxes with their submission. The project is subject to minimum wage rates as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Workforce Development under M.G.L. c. 149, sections 26 to 27H, and the Town reserves the right to waive informalities, reject any or all bids, or accept portions of submitted bids.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises based on the provided documentation. Bidders should note that supplies furnished under this contract are exempt from Sales and Use Tax, which must be reflected in bid calculations. The contract will be awarded within 30 days after bid opening, with potential extension possible by mutual agreement, and bidders are prohibited from withdrawing their bids for 30 days following the opening (excluding weekends and holidays). While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, interested contractors should carefully review the complete bid specifications to understand the full scope of the biofilter media replacement project. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate technical capability, compliance with local regulations, and the ability to execute the specialized infrastructure maintenance work for the municipal wastewater treatment system.