Nbha 24-125

The New Bedford Housing Authority (NBHA) is seeking sealed bids for a one-year contract to supply and deliver various miscellaneous maintenance materials through Invitation for Bids (IFB) NBHA 24-125. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of items including water heaters, ranges, refrigerators, floor tile, countertops, kitchen cabinets, janitorial supplies, electrical supplies, plumbing and heating supplies, paint, and miscellaneous hardware. Bids will be accepted until 11:00 a.m. on November 27, 2024, with a public bid opening following immediately. Bidders must submit a complete package including a signed Form for Bids, Certification of Non-Collusion, Revenue Enforcement and Protection (REAP) Certification, and HUD Form 5369-C. The NBHA will award contracts to responsive and responsible bidders offering firm fixed prices for high-quality items at the most competitive rates, with the procurement subject to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B, HUD 7460.8 REV2, and 2 CFR Part 200 200.317-200.326.

The procurement includes specific provisions for Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968, which provides preference to Section 3 eligible residents and businesses for employment and contracting opportunities. The NBHA reserves the right to waive informalities, reject any or all bids, and make awards based on the most advantageous proposals. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the contract is structured as an as-needed supply agreement for maintenance materials, suggesting flexibility in order volumes and spending. The opportunity is geographically limited to Bristol County and specifically serves the New Bedford area. Potential bidders should note the comprehensive nature of the procurement, which requires vendors to be capable of supplying a wide range of maintenance and repair materials for housing authority properties, demonstrating broad supply chain capabilities and the ability to maintain competitive pricing across multiple product categories.