Boiler Replacement - Vernon Hill School / WPS

The City of Worcester, Massachusetts is requesting sealed bids for boiler replacement at Vernon Hill Elementary School under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30, Section 39M, with bids due September 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and a pre-bid meeting on September 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at 211 Providence Street.

The scope encompasses all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete boiler replacement according to provided plans and specifications. Contractors and subcontractors must comply with the City of Worcester's Minority/Women Business Enterprise Program requirements. All work is subject to prevailing wage rates as predetermined by the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Workforce Development under Section 27 of Chapter 149, and on-site construction is restricted to specified hours under the City's noise ordinance.

Bid security equal to 5% of the total bid amount must accompany the bid package, along with the completed General Bid Form and all forms required by City policies and programs. The City of Worcester is exempt from Massachusetts sales tax on building materials and supplies; bidders should exclude such taxes from their bids. The successful bidder must execute the contract and furnish required performance and labor/materials payment bonds within five business days of contract presentation.

Award will be made to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder complying with all conditions and requirements, within ninety days following bid opening or receipt of necessary approvals from federal or state agencies, whichever is later. Questions in writing must be submitted to Christopher Gagliastro, Purchasing Agent, at gagliastroc@worcesterma.gov at least five days prior to bid opening. Bids are submitted to the Purchasing Division, Room 201, City Hall, Worcester, Massachusetts.