DFW-2027-007 Construction of ADA Compliant Ramp and other Incidentals, Western District Office

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game, Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) is requesting sealed bids for construction of an ADA-compliant ramp and related improvements at the Western District Office, 88 Old Windsor Road, Dalton, MA 01226, with bids due September 30, 2026, and a mandatory bidders' conference on September 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM.

Work comprises demolition and removal of the existing ramp and pavement; site grading and leveling; construction of an ADA-compliant ramp with handrails and landings; installation of handrails on entrance steps; replacement of three motion sensor light fixtures; and installation of aluminum gutters and downspouts. Work must commence October 19, 2026, and be completed no later than June 18, 2027. The project is subject to Massachusetts prevailing wage requirements, with hourly rates ranging from approximately $27.74 to $107.37 depending on trade classification and inclusive of base wages, health insurance, pension, annuity, and supplemental unemployment benefits. All employees must complete a minimum of ten hours of OSHA-approved safety and health training.

The anticipated contract value is $50,000. Bids are required for a base bid plus three alternates: Alternate No. 1 (handrails on entrance steps), Alternate No. 2 (gutter installation), and Alternate No. 3 (motion sensor light fixtures). A bid deposit of five percent of the total bid price, payable as a bid bond, certified check, or cashier's check, is required. The project carries a minority workforce utilization goal of 15.3 percent and a women workforce utilization goal of 6.9 percent; contractors must submit quarterly projected workforce reports and weekly manpower reports documenting minority and women participation.

Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM on September 30, 2026, at the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife Field Headquarters, 1 Rabbit Hill Road, Westborough, MA 01581. Contract documents are available on www.commbuys.com using project number DFW-2027-007. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder and is subject to approval by the Associate Director of Finance of MassWildlife. Work is funded by General Bond Funds of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Contact Andrew Madden at 413-684-1646 to arrange alternative bidders' conference dates if needed.