Floating dock system at town river marina

The City of Quincy, Massachusetts, through its Department of Natural Resources, is seeking bids for a comprehensive floating dock system to be installed at the Town River Marina located at 674 Southern Artery in Quincy. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid for the fabrication and complete delivery of a new dock system, with a mandatory delivery deadline of April 15, 2026. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Quincy City Hall Purchasing Department by Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with specific requirements that bidders clearly state any exceptions to specifications and provide estimated delivery dates. Potential bidders can obtain detailed specifications online at www.quincyma.gov or in person at the Purchasing Department during business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Bid inquiries must be directed to Kathryn R. Logan, Chief Procurement Officer, via email (klogan@quincyma.gov) with a copy to mmarini@quincyma.gov, and such inquiries will be accepted only until Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. The City will primarily evaluate bids based on firm bid prices and reserves the right to reject any bid deemed non-responsive, unbalanced, or not in the city's best interest.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. While the procurement documents do not list incumbent vendors or specify integration requirements with existing infrastructure, the City of Quincy reserves significant discretion in bid evaluation and selection. The bid documents do not provide a specific budget range or anticipated award value for the floating dock system. The procurement is authorized by key municipal officials, including Mayor Thomas P. Koch, Commissioner of Natural Resources David Murphy, and Chief Procurement Officer Kathryn R. Logan. Potential bidders should carefully review all specifications and be prepared to meet the technical requirements for a comprehensive floating dock system that meets the City of Quincy's specific needs for the Town River Marina.