Fence Installation at 37 Rogers St.

The City of Gloucester is soliciting sealed bids for the installation of high-quality ornamental steel fencing at 37 Rogers Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts, with bids due October 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. through BidNet Direct and a mandatory site visit on September 22 at 9:00 a.m.

Bidders must meet strict mandatory qualifications: a minimum of five consecutive years of documented commercial fence specialization, proof of at least three completed similar public or commercial steel ornamental fence projects within the last 36 months, factory certification as an authorized Ameristar installer, and dedicated in-house installation crews with specialized equipment. These qualifications filter the competitive pool substantially.

The scope encompasses approximately 172 linear feet of 4-foot-high fencing in the Ameristar Montage Plus Majestic style (or approved equivalent), including all labor, materials, equipment, and site work: post excavation, concrete footings, panel erection, and debris cleanup. Work must commence upon contract execution and be fully completed by November 30, 2026, subject to inspection and written approval by the Department of Public Works Director. The successful bidder must provide a one-year warranty on workmanship and 90-day warranty on materials and equipment, with guarantees to replace any defective components at no additional cost to the City.

Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Rates apply to all work; contractors must submit weekly certified payroll records and statements of compliance. If the low bid exceeds $25,000, a 50% payment bond is required. Contract award is made to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total all-inclusive price.