IFB # 2334-02 Elevator Maintenance, Testing, and Repair Services for Three Years at Elderly Group A

The Boston Housing Authority (BHA) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) # 2334-02 for comprehensive Elevator Maintenance, Testing, and Repair Services across Elderly Developments - Group A, spanning a three-year contract period. The procurement requires DCAMM certification specifically in Elevators and mandates a mandatory site visit on July 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Martin Luther King Development management office in Roxbury, Boston. Bidders must submit proposals virtually by August 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with technical questions to be directed to Paul Shuley by July 25, 2025. The solicitation requires a 5% bid deposit and compliance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 149, Sections 44A-J, and prevailing wage standards set by the US Department of Labor. Key deliverables include comprehensive elevator maintenance services across multiple elderly housing developments, with a focus on consistent operational reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The procurement includes specific provisions for Minority and Women Participation and Resident Employment, indicating a strong commitment to diversity and local economic engagement. Bidders must demonstrate not only technical competence in elevator maintenance but also adherence to social and economic inclusion standards. The estimated contract value is $577,000.00, with the successful bidder expected to provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds. The Boston Housing Authority reserves the right to waive informalities or reject any bids deemed not in the public interest, suggesting a flexible and competitive procurement approach. While no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the solicitation implies a comprehensive replacement or renewal of existing elevator maintenance services. Potential respondents must carefully review all documentation and ensure full compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the bid package, which is available for download on the BHA's website.