Lincoln Water Department Property Renovations 2026

The Town of Lincoln Water Department is soliciting sealed bids for renovation work at four municipal facilities under IFB, with bids due October 1, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. and a pre-bid walkthrough on September 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Prevailing Wage Rates under Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards apply; MBE/WBE firms are strongly encouraged to apply.

The scope encompasses labor and materials for structural repairs, exterior envelope maintenance, and door/window replacements at 77 Sandy Pond Road, 80 Sandy Pond Road, Birchwood Lane, and 65 Tower Road. Work includes brick room beam repair and reinforcement, roofing replacements, siding and trim repairs, door and window installations, and structural/flooring repairs across the four locations.

Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of seven years' experience in municipal building renovations, provide at least three references for municipal renovation work within the past five years, possess appropriate licensing, and secure all necessary permits prior to work commencement. Insurance requirements mandate Workers' Compensation coverage, Employer's Liability with a minimum of $100,000 per accident, and Comprehensive General Liability and Automotive Liability with combined single limits of $1,000,000 per person and per occurrence, with the Town named as an additional insured.

The contract term extends from signing through December 31, 2026, unless extended by mutual written agreement. Bidders must submit a five percent bid deposit as a bid bond, cash, or certified check payable to the Town. Selected contractors must provide a payment bond equal to fifty percent of the contract price within ten days of notification, with premiums included in the contract price. All work must pass inspection and receive final sign-off from the Building Inspector prior to final payment; a one-year installation warranty is required.

Written questions are due September 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., with responses provided by September 24. The Town reserves the right to award some, all, or none of the bid items and to accept or reject any or all bids.