RFQ #26-01 Mast Arm Replacement

The City of Fall River's Purchasing Department has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) RFQ #26-01 for a Mast Arm Replacement project within the Traffic Signal Division of the Fall River Police Department in Bristol County, Massachusetts. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to replace a mast arm with comprehensive specifications and requirements. Bidders must submit sealed qualification packages by 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, with bid packages available electronically starting Monday, September 22, 2025. The project requires a mandatory 5% bid deposit and a 50% payment bond of the total bid value, with OSHA training being compulsory and prevailing wage rates applicable. Potential bidders can submit written questions via email to purchasing@fallriverma.gov by noon on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, with written responses to be distributed to all registered bidders. The Fall River Police Department intends to award the contract within thirty (30) working days of the bid opening, reserving the right to reject any or all bids and serving as the sole judge of bid equivalency and acceptability.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The estimated project budget is not to exceed $80,000.00, providing a clear maximum funding allocation for the mast arm replacement. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in the documentation. The procurement appears to be a straightforward public works project focused on infrastructure improvement for the city's traffic signal system. Potential bidders should carefully review all specifications, as the City of Fall River emphasizes that any deviations from the original specifications must be clearly outlined in the submission. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical competence, compliance with OSHA training requirements, and the ability to meet prevailing wage standards to be considered for the contract.