East Somerville Community School Façade Stabilization

The City of Somerville, Massachusetts Department of Procurement and Contracting Services is requesting bids under IFB #27-17 for temporary application of caulking material to stabilize existing masonry tiles on the façade of East Somerville Community School (50 Cross Street, Somerville, MA 02145), with general bids due October 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST and filed sub-bids due October 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST. DCAMM certification in General Building Construction is required for general contractors, and Waterproofing, Damp-proofing, and Caulking certification is required for filed sub-bidders.

The scope is temporary masonry façade caulking to prevent cracking and displacement of masonry units. All bidders and subcontractors must demonstrate completion of at least three similar public or commercial projects and maintain current DCAMM certification. State prevailing wages apply. All employees must have completed at least 10 hours of OSHA-approved construction safety training.

The estimated construction cost is $200,000. Performance and payment bonds at 100% of contract value are required. A 5% bid deposit is mandatory. Liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per day for non-compliance with completion deadlines. Contract award is anticipated October 19, 2026, with substantial completion required by December 31, 2026 and final completion by January 29, 2027.

A pre-bid site visit is scheduled for September 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM EST at the project address. Questions are due October 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM EST. The contract is governed by MGL Chapter 149 (Vertical Construction). Compliance with City of Somerville ordinances including the Living Wage Ordinance (minimum $18.85 per hour as of July 1, 2026), Wage Theft Ordinance, Vulnerable Road Users Ordinance, and Responsible Employer Ordinance is mandatory. The city reserves the right to reject any and all bids if deemed in its best interest.