IFB: Proposed Parking Lot Pavement Improvements, 451 Elm Street, North Attleborough, MA 02760

The Town of North Attleborough, Massachusetts is requesting sealed electronic bids for proposed parking lot pavement improvements at 451 Elm Street under IFB Project Number 27-123-049, with bids due August 28, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. through the Town's eProcurement Portal.

The scope encompasses pavement improvements, parking lot striping, limited drainage work, and all incidental work necessary for completion. The work is divided into three bid options: a Base Bid covering standard pavement improvements, Alternative Bid Item 1 involving milling and selective overlaying, and Alternative Bid Item 2 involving milling and full-depth pavement repairs. The Town will select and award only one option. The successful bidder must commence work within ten days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and complete the project by November 15, 2026. All workers on the project must complete at least 10 hours of OSHA-approved construction safety and health training before beginning work.

Contract award will be to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder based on qualifications, past performance on similar projects, and bid price. Prevailing wage rates as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Workforce Development apply to all workers. Liquidated damages are set at $200 per day for each calendar day of delay beyond the November 15 completion date.

Bid security must equal 5% of the bid amount in the form of a certified check, bid bond, cash, or treasurer's check. The successful contractor must furnish performance and labor and materials payment bonds, each equal to 100% of the total contract price, with surety companies qualified to do business in Massachusetts. Comprehensive general liability insurance with $3 million per occurrence and $3 million aggregate limits, automobile liability insurance with $3 million limits, workers' compensation insurance at statutory rates with $1 million employer liability limits, and property insurance for the full contract sum are required, with the Town and Crossman Engineering, Inc. named as additional insureds.

Questions are due August 21, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. No pre-bid conference will be held. Contract award is contingent upon the availability of funding appropriation.