Citywide Colored Surface Treatment for Pavement

The City of Cambridge is requesting sealed bids for citywide colored surface treatment for pavement on an on-call basis, with bids due September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. This is a prevailing-wage contract subject to multiple Cambridge ordinances, including the Cambridge Employment Plan (requiring 25% Cambridge residents, 25% minorities, and 10% women on worker hours) and a living wage floor of $20.32 per hour as of March 1, 2026.

The scope covers furnishing and installation of colored surface treatment at designated locations throughout Cambridge on bus, bike, and pedestrian facilities, encompassing both maintenance of existing facilities and installation of new facilities. The estimated contract value is $240,000 for an initial one-year term with two optional one-year renewal periods at the City's sole discretion. Selected contractors must commence work within seven days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and furnish performance bonds and labor and material bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract sum.

All bids require a deposit of not less than 5 percent of the bid value in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, treasurer's check, or bid bond issued by a surety licensed in Massachusetts. Contractors must comply with the Cambridge Responsible Employer Plan, Living Wage Ordinance, CORI screening policies, Truck Safety Ordinance, and Written Information Security Policy requirements. Job openings must be listed with Employment Resources, Inc., and contractors must submit weekly certification forms confirming compliance with employment and wage requirements.

Questions are due September 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Award will be to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder within ninety days of bid opening. Bidding documents are available through the City's e-Procurement Portal as of August 27, 2026. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids if deemed in the public interest.