PSC Exterior Doors

The Town of Sturbridge, Massachusetts is seeking sealed bids for a public safety complex (PSC) exterior door replacement project located at 346 Main Street in Worcester County. The procurement involves completely removing existing metal doors and installing new exterior doors for the facility. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for October 23rd, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., which all prospective bidders must attend to be considered eligible. Bid proposals will be publicly opened on November 6th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the Veteran's Memorial Hall. Bidders are required to obtain specifications and bid forms from the Town of Sturbridge website and must submit a bid security equal to 5% of the total bid price, which can be submitted as a bid bond, cash, or certified check. The evaluation criteria will focus on contractor qualifications, demonstrated past performance in similar projects, and overall bid price, with the contract ultimately awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder.

The contract appears to be open to all qualified contractors, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the documentation. Successful bidders will be required to provide performance and labor/materials bonds, each equal to 100% of the total contract price, from a surety company qualified to do business in Massachusetts. The procurement is subject to Massachusetts public bidding laws, including specific requirements for minimum wage rates and weekly payroll record submissions under Massachusetts General Laws. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, contractors should be prepared to provide comprehensive door replacement services with professional-grade materials and installation. The project will require strict adherence to local government procurement regulations and demonstrate capability in exterior door replacement for a public safety complex.