High School Dishwasher

Southbridge Public Schools is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a commercial conveyor-type dishwasher system at their high school located at 132 Torrey Road in Southbridge, Massachusetts. The scope of work includes supplying a Hobart Model CL44-DWR+BUILDUP oversized dishwasher unit or equivalent, along with a compatible vent hood, electric tank heater, sheet pan racks, table limit switches, and standard feet. Contractors must deliver and install the complete system with full connection to existing utilities including electrical, plumbing, and ventilation systems, perform comprehensive system testing and calibration, and provide operational demonstrations to designated personnel. All work must be performed by personnel holding current OSHA certification, and prevailing wage rates apply to this project. Bidders must submit sealed bids in PDF format by May 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM, either via email to mrobidoux1@southbridgepublic.org or by physical delivery to 25 Cole Ave, Southbridge, MA 01550. Evaluation criteria include contractor experience with similar projects, quality of submission, professional references, compliance with applicable regulations, and proposed project schedule. Respondents must provide three professional references from similar projects, demonstrate relevant experience through project descriptions, and identify key personnel responsible for the work. The contract includes comprehensive warranty coverage for all equipment and labor.

There are no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise restrictions noted in the procurement documents. Respondents must submit a 5% bid deposit with their proposals and provide a 50% payment bond for the project. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure integration requirements are identified in the documentation. The specific budget or award value is not disclosed in the posting materials; however, based on the 50% payment bond requirement, the project value likely exceeds $25,000. Southbridge Public Schools reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities in the bidding process as deemed appropriate.