RFQ-0020-2026 Soffit Replacement

Bridgewater State University is seeking qualified contractors for a soffit replacement project at the Adrian Tinsley Center, located at 325 Plymouth Street in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. The procurement, identified as RFQ-0020-2026, involves removing and replacing approximately 620 linear feet of damaged vertical sheetrock soffit positioned above court areas at a working height of 12 feet. Contractors must furnish and install a new soffit system using solid composite materials like Azek, Koma, Veranda, or approved equivalents, matching existing dimensions and layout. The project requires complete demolition, surface protection, debris removal, caulking, joint sealing, surface preparation, priming, and painting to meet university standards. Key project requirements include providing necessary materials, labor, appropriate lift equipment, floor protection, and site cleanup, with work scheduling to be coordinated to minimize program disruptions. The solicitation was posted on December 3, 2025, with proposals due by December 17, 2025. Interested parties must contact Project Manager Jerry Santos at G2santos@bridgew.edu or 508-531-2749 to schedule a mandatory walkthrough, and submit a detailed work schedule for university approval prior to project mobilization.

The contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. Prevailing wage rates will apply to the project, and a 50% Payment Bond is required if the total project value exceeds $25,000. Contractors must demonstrate compliance with industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and applicable building codes. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the scope suggests a medium-scale renovation project requiring specialized construction expertise. Technical qualifications will likely include experience with commercial building renovations, suspended track work environments, and composite material installation. Additional information and questions can be directed to procurementservices@bridgew.edu. The project start and end dates remain to be determined, indicating flexibility in project scheduling and potential negotiation of contract terms.